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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tamer, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Mission Hills, CA?
Dr. Pierre Tamer, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mission Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tamer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tamer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tamer’s office at (818) 264-3344.
What languages does Dr. Tamer speak?
Dr. Tamer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tamer typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tamer 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. Tamer. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Right Trochanteric Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Bursitis
- Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
- Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tamer typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tamer 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. Tamer. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
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. Tamer accept my insurance?
Dr. Tamer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 264-3344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tamer accept in Mission Hills, CA?
Dr. Tamer in Mission Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Humana
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tamer's office located?
Dr. Pierre Tamer's Primary Practice
11550 Indian Hills Rd Ste 300&381
Mission Hills, CA 91345
(818) 264-3344
What is Dr. Tamer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tamer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962965285.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tamer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tamer
What is Dr. Pierre Tamer's specialty?
Dr. Tamer is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Mission Hills, CA.
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. Pierre Tamer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tamer is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana 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 Pierre Tamer accepting new patients in Mission Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pierre Tamer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pierre Tamer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tamer's office at (818) 264-3344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pierre Tamer?
Please contact Dr. Tamer's office at (818) 264-3344 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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