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Dr. Douglas Tamura, MD

Critical Care Surgeon, Surgeon

Madera, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tamura, Critical Care Surgeon in Madera, CA?

    Dr. Douglas Tamura, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Madera, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Tamura completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery Univ Ca Davis Health System, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery. Dr. Tamura is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tamura’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tamura’s office at (559) 353-7290.

    Where did Dr. Tamura go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery Univ Ca Davis Health System, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery

    • Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana --

    What languages does Dr. Tamura speak?

    Dr. Tamura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Tamura typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Tamura diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tamura. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Sunken Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Excavatum
    • Funnel Chest
    • Concave Chest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q676: Pectus excavatum

    Also known as:

    • One Undescended Testicle
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Unilateral Cryptorchidism
    • Testicle Not Dropped
    • Maldescended Testicle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q5310: Unspecified undescended testicle, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Pilonidal Cyst
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal cyst
    • Pilonidal sinus
    • Tailbone cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Pigeon Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Carinatum
    • Keel Chest
    • Protruding Breastbone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q677: Pectus carinatum

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Tamura typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Tamura performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tamura. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair for Children
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Groin Hernia Repair in Kids
    • Hernia Surgery for Infants
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49500: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 6 months to younger than 5 years, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
    • G-tube Change
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
    • Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
    • Adult Circumcision
    • Childhood Circumcision
    • Foreskin Removal Surgery
    • Non-Clamp Circumcision

    CPT Codes:

    • 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age

    Also known as:

    • Undescended Testicle Surgery
    • Orchiopexy
    • Testicular Fixation
    • Cryptorchidism Repair
    • Inguinal Orchiopexy

    CPT Codes:

    • 54640: Orchiopexy, inguinal or scrotal approach

    Does Dr. Tamura accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tamura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 353-7290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tamura accept in Madera, CA?

    Dr. Tamura in Madera, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Tamura's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Tamura's Primary Practice

    9300 Valley Childrens Pl

    Madera, CA 93636

    (559) 353-7290

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    Dr. Douglas Tamura's Practice 2

    215 N Fresno St Ste 370

    Fresno, CA 93701

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    What is Dr. Tamura's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tamura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659383461.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tamura?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tamura

    What is Dr. Douglas Tamura's specialty?

    Dr. Tamura is a Critical Care Surgeon near Madera, CA.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Douglas Tamura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tamura is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center, Clovis Community Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Douglas Tamura accepting new patients in Madera, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Tamura is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Tamura offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tamura's office at (559) 353-7290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Tamura?

    Please contact Dr. Tamura's office at (559) 353-7290 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tamura's office located?

    Dr. Tamura's offices are located in Madera, CA and Fresno, CA.