Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tarnay, Urogynecologist in Los Angeles, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tarnay?
Dr. Christopher Tarnay, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urogynecologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tarnay empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bladder Disorders, Childbirth Injury, Pelvic Floor Reconstruction, Pelvic Organ Prolapse Repair, Robotic Surgery, Urogynecology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles, CA community, Dr. Tarnay is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Tarnay go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Urogynecology & Recon. Pelvic Surgery, Harbor - UCLA Medical Center
Residency: UCLA Med Ctr/UCLA Sch Med | University of California, Los Angeles | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Tarnay board certified as an Urogynecologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Tarnay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology , American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2002, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2012
What languages does Dr. Tarnay speak?
Dr. Tarnay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Urogynecologist like Dr. Tarnay typically treat?
As an Urogynecologist, Dr. Tarnay 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. Tarnay. 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:
- Cystocele
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Fallen Bladder
- Bladder Prolapse
- Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- N8110: Cystocele, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overactive Bladder
- OAB
- Urgency Incontinence
- Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
- N3941: Urge incontinence
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Rectal Prolapse into Vagina
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Fallen rectum
- Posterior vaginal wall prolapse
- Rectocele
ICD-10 Codes:
- N816: Rectocele
Also known as:
- Postmenopausal Vaginitis
- Menopause
- Vaginitis
- Atrophic Vaginitis
- Vaginal Dryness in Menopause
- Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)
ICD-10 Codes:
- N952: Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate
- Bladder retention
- Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
What procedures does an Urogynecologist like Dr. Tarnay typically perform?
As an Urogynecologist, Dr. Tarnay 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. Tarnay. 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:
- Complex Bladder Pressure Test
- Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
- Complex Cystometrogram
- Voiding Pressure Study
- Bladder Function Test with Pressure
- Rectal Pressure Study
- Gastric Pressure Test
- Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
CPT Codes:
- 51728: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure), any technique
- 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Also known as:
- Muscle Activity Test of Anal or Urethral Sphincter
- Sphincter EMG
- Anal Sphincter Electromyography
- Urethral Sphincter EMG
- Pelvic Floor Muscle Test
CPT Codes:
- 51784: Electromyography studies (EMG) of anal or urethral sphincter, other than needle, any technique
Also known as:
- Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
- Stress Incontinence Sling
- Urethral Sling Procedure
- Bladder Sling Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)
Also known as:
- Vaginal Vault Suspension Surgery
- Colpopexy
- Vaginal Prolapse Repair
- Sacrospinous Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 57282: Colpopexy, vaginal; extra-peritoneal approach (sacrospinous, iliococcygeus)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Vaginal Suspension
- Laparoscopic Colpopexy
- Minimally Invasive Vaginal Apex Suspension
- Vaginal Vault Suspension (Laparoscopic)
- Keyhole Surgery for Vaginal Prolapse
CPT Codes:
- 57425: Laparoscopy, surgical, colpopexy (suspension of vaginal apex)
Also known as:
- Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation
- PTNS
- Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation
- Tibial Neuromodulation
- Urinary Incontinence Nerve Stimulation
CPT Codes:
- 64566: Posterior tibial neurostimulation, percutaneous needle electrode, single treatment, includes programming
Does Dr. Tarnay accept my insurance?
Dr. Tarnay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-7274 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tarnay accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Tarnay in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Tarnay's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Tarnay affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tarnay has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 review
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Christopher Tarnay an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Tarnay has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Tarnay, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Tarnay's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tarnay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780619221.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tarnay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tarnay