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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Taketani, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Tamara Taketani, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Taketani is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taketani’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taketani’s office at (805) 569-7876.
What languages does Dr. Taketani speak?
Dr. Taketani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Taketani treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Taketani 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. Taketani. 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.
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
- Long-term Child Feeding Problem
- Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
- Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic
Which procedures does Dr. Taketani perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tamara Taketani may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Taketani's office.
Does Dr. Taketani accept my insurance?
Dr. Taketani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 569-7876 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taketani accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Taketani in Santa Barbara, 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
Centene
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Barbara Select IPA
State of California
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Where is Dr. Taketani's office located?
Dr. Tamara Taketani's Primary Practice
5333 Hollister Ave Ste 250
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
(805) 569-7876
Dr. Tamara Taketani's Practice 2
5333 Hollister Ave Ste 250
Goleta, CA 93111
(805) 879-4242
What is Dr. Taketani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taketani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669642385.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taketani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taketani
What is Dr. Tamara Taketani's specialty?
Dr. Taketani is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Santa Barbara, CA. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Taketani to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tamara Taketani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taketani is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Tamara Taketani accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Taketani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tamara Taketani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taketani's office at (805) 569-7876 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tamara Taketani?
Please contact Dr. Taketani's office at (805) 569-7876 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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