Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tan, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
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 a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Tan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Tan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- Midtarsal Capsulotomy (Foot)
- Foot joint capsule release
- Heyman procedure
- Midfoot surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28264: Capsulotomy, midtarsal (eg, Heyman type procedure)
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:
- 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:
- 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tan's office located?
Dr. Eric Tan also offers virtual visits
Dr. Eric Tan's Primary Practice
1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-5860
What hospitals are Dr. Tan affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Tan's NPI number?A 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