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Who is Dr. Tan, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Eric Tan, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tan graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A. Dr. Tan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tan’s office at (323) 442-5860.
Where did Dr. Tan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tan speak?
Dr. Tan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tan treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Tan 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. Tan. 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:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
What procedures does Dr. Tan perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Tan 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. Tan. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Midtarsal Capsulotomy (Foot)
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Foot joint capsule release
- Heyman procedure
- Midfoot surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28264: Capsulotomy, midtarsal (eg, Heyman type procedure)
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Partial Foot Bone Removal
- Talus Bone Excision
- Calcaneus Bone Excision
- Foot Bone Debridement
- Osteomyelitis Bone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Repair
- Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
- Open Achilles Repair
- Percutaneous Achilles Repair
- Heel Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;
Also known as:
- Minor Bone Graft
- Bone Grafts
- Small Bone Graft
- Dowel Bone Graft
- Button Bone Graft
- Autograft (Small)
CPT Codes:
- 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)
Also known as:
- Full Arm or Leg Cast Removal
- Bivalving a cast
- Cutting off a cast
- Cast splitting
CPT Codes:
- 29705: Removal or bivalving; full arm or full leg cast
Also known as:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Shin Bone Partial Removal
- Tibia Bone Excision
- Shin Bone Debridement
- Osteomyelitis Tibia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27640: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy), bone (eg, osteomyelitis); tibia
Also known as:
- Subtalar Joint Fusion
- Ankle Joint Fusion
- Subtalar Arthrodesis
- Hindfoot Fusion Surgery
- Talocalcaneal Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 28725: Arthrodesis; subtalar
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Leg tendon lengthening
- Ankle tendon shortening
- Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Does Dr. Tan accept my insurance?
Dr. Tan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tan accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Tan in Los Angeles, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Family Health Network
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Tan's office located?
Dr. Eric Tan also offers virtual visits
Dr. Eric Tan's Primary Practice
1520 San Pablo St Ste 2000
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-5860
What is Dr. Tan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811130743.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tan
What is Dr. Eric Tan's specialty?
Dr. Tan is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA. Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions. Contact Dr. Tan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Tan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tan is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, USC Arcadia Hospital, Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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 Eric Tan accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Tan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Tan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (323) 442-5860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Tan?
Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (323) 442-5860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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