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Who is Dr. Tanaka, Family Medicine Specialist in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Joel Tanaka, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tanaka completed his residency at Womack Army 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.
Where did Dr. Tanaka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Womack Army Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda
Is Dr. Tanaka board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joel 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Procedure Not Done Due to Patient Decision
- Patient Refused Treatment
- Treatment Declined by Patient
- Canceled Procedure by Patient
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5320: Procedure and treatment not carried out because of patient's decision for unspecified reasons
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tanaka typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joel 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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tanaka accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Tanaka in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Colorado Access
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Colorado
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tanaka's office located?
Dr. Joel Tanaka's Practice 2
Robinson Family Medicine Clinic Tmc10
Fort Carson, CO 80913
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 1356361950.
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. Joel Tanaka's specialty?
Dr. Tanaka is a Family Medicine Specialist near Colorado Springs, CO.
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. Joel Tanaka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tanaka is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Joel Tanaka accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. Joel Tanaka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Tanaka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Tanaka?
Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Tanaka have?
Dr. Joel Tanaka is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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