20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Taunt, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Lansing, MI?
Dr. Charles Taunt, DO is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lansing, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Taunt graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Michigan State University-St. John Oakland. Dr. Taunt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taunt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taunt’s office at (517) 267-0200.
Where did Dr. Taunt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Michigan State University-St. John Oakland
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Taunt speak?
Dr. Taunt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Taunt typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Taunt 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. Taunt. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Taunt typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Taunt 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. Taunt. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
- Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
- Medial Knee Replacement
- Lateral Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Resurfacing
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
- 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Taunt accept my insurance?
Dr. Taunt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 267-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taunt accept in Lansing, MI?
Dr. Taunt in Lansing, MI 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Health Plan of Northern Indiana
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Taunt's office located?
Dr. Charles Taunt's Primary Practice
2815 S Pennsylvania Ave Ste 204
Lansing, MI 48910
(517) 267-0200
What is Dr. Taunt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taunt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104816511.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taunt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taunt
What is Dr. Charles Taunt's specialty?
Dr. Taunt is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Lansing, MI.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Charles Taunt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taunt is affiliated with Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, Mclaren Greater Lansing, University Of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton, Mymichigan Medical Center Saginaw, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Mymichigan Medical Center Midland 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
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Is Charles Taunt accepting new patients in Lansing, MI?
Yes, Dr. Charles Taunt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Taunt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taunt's office at (517) 267-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Taunt?
Please contact Dr. Taunt's office at (517) 267-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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