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Dr. David Tainter, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Wilmington, DE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tainter, Orthopedic Surgeon in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. David Tainter, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tainter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tainter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tainter’s office at (302) 655-9494.

    What languages does Dr. Tainter speak?

    Dr. Tainter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tainter typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tainter 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. Tainter. 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:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Femoral Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Right Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Hip Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    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:

    • Other Broken Hip (Left Side)
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Other Hip Fracture (Left)
    • Left Femoral Neck Fracture
    • Atypical Hip Fracture (Left)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72092A: Other fracture of head and neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tainter typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tainter 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. Tainter. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Ankle Fracture Repair (Bimalleolar)
    • Broken Ankle Surgery
    • Malleolar Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 27814: Open treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli, or medial and posterior malleoli), includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Deep Wound Cleaning for Open Fracture
    • Excisional Debridement (Bone)
    • Open Fracture Debridement
    • Foreign Material Removal (Fracture)
    • Deep Tissue Wound Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 11012: Debridement including removal of foreign material at the site of an open fracture and/or an open dislocation (eg, excisional debridement); skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle fascia, muscle, and bone

    Does Dr. Tainter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tainter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 655-9494 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tainter accept in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Tainter in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Delaware

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tainter's office located?

    Dr. David Tainter's Primary Practice

    1941 Limestone Rd Ste 101

    Wilmington, DE 19808

    (302) 655-9494

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    Dr. David Tainter's Practice 2

    1096 Old Churchmans Rd

    Newark, DE 19713

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    Dr. David Tainter's Practice 3

    425 New London Rd

    Newark, DE 19711

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    What is Dr. Tainter's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tainter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851710248.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tainter?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tainter

    What is Dr. David Tainter's specialty?

    Dr. Tainter is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Wilmington, DE.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is Dr. David Tainter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tainter is affiliated with Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Wilmington Hospital, Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill, Pottstown Hospital, Beebe Healthcare 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 an Orthopedic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. David Tainter accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?

    Yes, Dr. David Tainter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Tainter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tainter's office at (302) 655-9494 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Tainter?

    Please contact Dr. Tainter's office at (302) 655-9494 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tainter's office located?

    Dr. Tainter's offices are located in Wilmington, DE and Newark, DE.