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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tauro, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Toms River, NJ?
Dr. Joseph Tauro, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Toms River, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Tauro graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Tauro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tauro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tauro’s office at (732) 341-6226.
Where did Dr. Tauro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery | UMDNJ
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers
Is Dr. Tauro board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Tauro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tauro speak?
Dr. Tauro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tauro typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tauro 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. Tauro. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Left Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
- Left rotator cuff rupture
- Left shoulder tendon tear
- Left shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tauro typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tauro 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. Tauro. 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:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
- Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
- Biceps Tendon Reattachment
- Shoulder Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
- Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
- Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
Also known as:
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
- Shoulder Joint Replacement
- Proximal Humeral Replacement
- Artificial Shoulder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))
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
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Does Dr. Tauro accept my insurance?
Dr. Tauro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 341-6226 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tauro accept in Toms River, NJ?
Dr. Tauro in Toms River, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Medicare
State of Maine
Transamerica
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tauro's office located?
What is Dr. Tauro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tauro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477662567.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tauro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tauro
What is Dr. Joseph Tauro's specialty?
Dr. Tauro is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Toms River, NJ.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Joseph Tauro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tauro is affiliated with Community Medical Center - Toms River which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Joseph Tauro accepting new patients in Toms River, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Tauro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Tauro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tauro's office at (732) 341-6226 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Tauro?
Please contact Dr. Tauro's office at (732) 341-6226 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Tauro have?
Dr. Joseph Tauro is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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