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Dr. Scott Taga, MD

Burlingame, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Taga, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Burlingame, CA?

    Dr. Scott Taga, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Burlingame, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Taga completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Taga is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taga’s office at (650) 853-4739.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: University of Hi John A Burns Sch of Med, Honolulu Hi

    What languages does Dr. Taga speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Taga treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Taga 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. Taga. 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:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Unclear Pap Test Result
    • Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • Unsatisfactory cervical smear
    • Inconclusive Pap test
    • Pap test needs repeat
    • ASC-US Pap smear
    • Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
    • Mildly abnormal Pap test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87615: Unsatisfactory cytologic smear of cervix
    • R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Benign Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Disease
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous colon growth
    • Colon adenoma
    • Benign colon tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Does Dr. Taga accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Taga's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Taga's office located?

    Dr. Scott Taga's Primary Practice

    1783 El Camino Real

    Burlingame, CA 94010

    (650) 853-4739

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    Dr. Scott Taga's Practice 2

    170 Alameda de las Pulgas

    Redwood City, CA 94062

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    Dr. Scott Taga's Practice 3

    393 E Grand Ave Ste I

    South San Francisco, CA 94080

    (651) 616-2955

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

    Dr. Taga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770667479.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taga?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Taga's specialty?

    Dr. Taga is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Burlingame, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Taga to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Taga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Taga is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Explore Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Scott Taga accepting new patients in Burlingame, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Taga is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Taga offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Taga's office at (650) 853-4739 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Taga?

    Please contact Dr. Taga's office at (650) 853-4739 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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