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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Taniguchi, Orthopedic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kevin Taniguchi, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Taniguchi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taniguchi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taniguchi’s office at (206) 409-9316.
What languages does Dr. Taniguchi speak?
Dr. Taniguchi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Taniguchi treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Taniguchi 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. Taniguchi. 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.
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
What procedures does Dr. Taniguchi perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Taniguchi 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. Taniguchi. 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.
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Does Dr. Taniguchi accept my insurance?
Dr. Taniguchi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 409-9316 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taniguchi accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Taniguchi in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
SelectCare
SGS North America Inc
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Taniguchi's office located?
What is Dr. Taniguchi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taniguchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376047233.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taniguchi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taniguchi
What is Dr. Kevin Taniguchi's specialty?
Dr. Taniguchi is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Taniguchi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kevin Taniguchi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taniguchi is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial Hospital 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 Kevin Taniguchi accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Taniguchi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Taniguchi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taniguchi's office at (206) 409-9316 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Taniguchi?
Please contact Dr. Taniguchi's office at (206) 409-9316 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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