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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tanaka, Family Medicine Specialist in Port Orchard, WA?
Dr. Richard Tanaka, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Port Orchard, WA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Tanaka graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Resurrection Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Tanaka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tanaka’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tanaka’s office at (360) 895-5000.
Where did Dr. Tanaka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Resurrection Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Presence Resurrection Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Tanaka board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Tanaka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tanaka speak?
Dr. Tanaka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tanaka typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tanaka 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. Tanaka. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Varicose Veins with Ankle Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83023: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer of ankle
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tanaka typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Tanaka may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tanaka accept my insurance?
Dr. Tanaka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 895-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tanaka accept in Port Orchard, WA?
Dr. Tanaka in Port Orchard, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tanaka's office located?
Dr. Richard Tanaka's Primary Practice
1400 Pottery Ave
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 895-5000
What is Dr. Tanaka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tanaka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174675250.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tanaka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tanaka
What is Dr. Richard Tanaka's specialty?
Dr. Tanaka is a Family Medicine Specialist near Port Orchard, WA.
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. Richard Tanaka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tanaka is affiliated with St. Michael Medical Center, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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 Richard Tanaka accepting new patients in Port Orchard, WA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Tanaka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Tanaka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office at (360) 895-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Tanaka?
Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office at (360) 895-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Tanaka have?
Dr. Richard Tanaka is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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