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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tarantino, Family Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Tara Tarantino, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tarantino graduated from Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School and completed her residency at Lutheran Medical Center Program. Dr. Tarantino is fluent in English, French, and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tarantino’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tarantino’s office at (925) 448-2610.
Where did Dr. Tarantino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Medical Center Program
Medical School: Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School | Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tarantino speak?
Dr. Tarantino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Polish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tarantino typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tarantino 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. Tarantino. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Head and Neck Movement Problems
- Neck Joint Dysfunction
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Head Segmental Dysfunction
- Cervical Somatic Dysfunction
- Head Biomechanical Issues
- Cervical spine dysfunction
- Neck segmental dysfunction
- Neck somatic dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9900: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of head region
- M9901: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of cervical region
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tarantino typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tarantino 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. Tarantino. 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:
- Osteopathic Manipulation (9-10 Body Regions)
- OMT
- Osteopathic Adjustment
- Manual Therapy for Body Regions
CPT Codes:
- 98929: Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT); 9-10 body regions involved
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. Tarantino accept my insurance?
Dr. Tarantino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 448-2610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tarantino accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Tarantino in Walnut Creek, 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tarantino's office located?
Dr. Tara Tarantino's Primary Practice
120 La Casa Via Ste 102
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 448-2610
What is Dr. Tarantino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tarantino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891088704.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tarantino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tarantino
What is Dr. Tara Tarantino's specialty?
Dr. Tarantino is a Family Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Tara Tarantino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tarantino is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tara Tarantino accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tara Tarantino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tara Tarantino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tarantino's office at (925) 448-2610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tara Tarantino?
Please contact Dr. Tarantino's office at (925) 448-2610 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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