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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tatum, Surgeon in La Mirada, CA?
Dr. James Tatum, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Mirada, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tatum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tatum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tatum’s office at (562) 432-9911.
What languages does Dr. Tatum speak?
Dr. Tatum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Tatum typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Tatum 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. Tatum. 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:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Tatum typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Tatum 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. Tatum. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Tatum accept my insurance?
Dr. Tatum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 432-9911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tatum accept in La Mirada, CA?
Dr. Tatum in La Mirada, 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 Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tatum's office located?
Dr. James Tatum's Primary Practice
12675 La Mirada Blvd Ste 201AND401
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 432-9911
What is Dr. Tatum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tatum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114204666.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tatum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tatum
What is Dr. James Tatum's specialty?
Dr. Tatum is a Surgeon near La Mirada, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. James Tatum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tatum is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Adventist Health White Memorial 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 James Tatum accepting new patients in La Mirada, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Tatum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Tatum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tatum's office at (562) 432-9911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Tatum?
Please contact Dr. Tatum's office at (562) 432-9911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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