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Dr. Junichi Tamai, MD

Dr. Junichi Tamai, MD

Cincinnati, OH

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tamai, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Junichi Tamai, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Tamai graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, General Surgery. Dr. Tamai is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tamai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tamai’s office at (513) 636-4454.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tamai?

    Dr. Junichi Tamai, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tamai empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, Fractures, Hip Disorders & Dysplasia, Hip Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cincinnati/OH community, Dr. Tamai is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Tamai go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Pediatric Orthopaedics, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

    • Residency: Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, General Surgery | Geo Washington University School Med | George Washington University Medical Center | George Washington University Program A

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    Is Dr. Tamai board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Junichi Tamai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Tamai speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does Dr. Tamai treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tamai 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. Tamai. 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:

    • Foot Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Foot Deformities
    • Foot Malformations at Birth
    • Deformed Feet at Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet

    Also known as:

    • Other Hip Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Hip Malformation
    • Birth Defect of Hip
    • Abnormal Hip Development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Clubfoot
    • Birth Defects
    • Right Talipes Equinovarus
    • Congenital Right Clubfoot
    • Twisted Right Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6601: Congenital talipes equinovarus, right foot

    Also known as:

    • Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease
    • Perthes Disease
    • Juvenile Avascular Necrosis of Hip
    • Childhood Hip Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M9112: Juvenile osteochondrosis of head of femur [Legg-Calve-Perthes], left leg

    Also known as:

    • Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease
    • Perthes Disease
    • Coxa Plana
    • Childhood Hip Avascular Necrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M9111: Juvenile osteochondrosis of head of femur [Legg-Calve-Perthes], right leg

    Also known as:

    • Spina Bifida
    • Open Spine
    • Neural Tube Defect
    • Spinal Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q059: Spina bifida, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Left Clubfoot
    • Birth Defects
    • Left talipes equinovarus
    • Congenital left clubfoot
    • Left foot turned inward at birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6602: Congenital talipes equinovarus, left foot

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Internal Fixation Device
    • Fractures
    • Hardware removal surgery
    • Implant removal procedure
    • Fixation device extraction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device

    Also known as:

    • Left Hip Dislocation at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Left Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
    • Left DDH
    • Congenital Left Hip Dislocation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6502: Congenital dislocation of left hip, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    What procedures does Dr. Tamai perform?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Tamai 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. Tamai. 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:

    • Clubfoot Casting and Manipulation
    • Ponseti Method for Clubfoot
    • Clubfoot Correction with Cast
    • Serial Casting for Clubfoot

    CPT Codes:

    • 29450: Application of clubfoot cast with molding or manipulation, long or short leg

    Also known as:

    • Long Leg Cast Application
    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Long Arm Cast Application
    • Full leg cast
    • Thigh to toe cast
    • Leg cast application
    • Full leg immobilization
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast
    • Shoulder to hand cast
    • Full arm cast
    • Arm fracture cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29345: Application of long leg cast (thigh to toes);
    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
    • 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal
    • Buried wire removal
    • Pin removal surgery
    • Rod removal (superficial)

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
    • 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Cast Application
    • Elbow to Finger Cast
    • Forearm Cast
    • Arm Immobilization Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Closed Treatment for Upper Arm Fracture
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
    • Metatarsal Fracture Care
    • Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
    • Humerus Fracture Closed Treatment
    • Supracondylar Humeral Fracture Care
    • Transcondylar Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
    • 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
    • 24530: Closed treatment of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension; without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Hip Joint Injection with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Hip arthrogram injection
    • Diagnostic hip injection
    • Hip pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 27095: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; with anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
    • Gastrocnemius Release
    • Strayer Procedure
    • Calf Tightness Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendon Release (Percutaneous)
    • Anesthesia
    • Percutaneous Achilles tenotomy
    • Achilles tendon lengthening (minimally invasive)
    • Heel cord release

    CPT Codes:

    • 27606: Tenotomy, percutaneous, Achilles tendon (separate procedure); general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Plantar Fascia and Muscle Release
    • Extensive Midfoot Surgery for Clubfoot
    • Plantar fasciotomy
    • Steindler stripping
    • Foot arch release
    • Plantar fascia surgery
    • Midfoot Capsulotomy
    • Clubfoot Tendon Lengthening
    • Talotibial Capsulotomy
    • Foot Deformity Correction Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28250: Division of plantar fascia and muscle (eg, Steindler stripping) (separate procedure)
    • 28262: Capsulotomy, midfoot; extensive, including posterior talotibial capsulotomy and tendon(s) lengthening (eg, resistant clubfoot deformity)

    Also known as:

    • Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
    • Deep tendon rerouting
    • Tendon transplant surgery
    • Muscle redirection surgery
    • Tibial tendon transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)

    Also known as:

    • Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
    • Leg tendon lengthening
    • Ankle tendon shortening
    • Tendon surgery leg

    CPT Codes:

    • 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Bone Removal
    • Talectomy
    • Astragalectomy
    • Ankle Bone Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 28130: Talectomy (astragalectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Growth Plate Surgery of Thigh Bone
    • Epiphysiodesis of Femur
    • Greater Trochanter Growth Arrest
    • Thigh Bone Growth Plate Stapling

    CPT Codes:

    • 27185: Epiphyseal arrest by epiphysiodesis or stapling, greater trochanter of femur

    Also known as:

    • Lower Leg Bone Fracture Treatment
    • Tibial Shaft Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Tibia Fracture Repair
    • Shin Bone Fracture Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 27750: Closed treatment of tibial shaft fracture (with or without fibular fracture); without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Short Arm Splint Application
    • Forearm to hand splint
    • Static arm splint
    • Wrist and forearm splint
    • Arm immobilization splint

    CPT Codes:

    • 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Joint Surgery with Tendon Release
    • Ankle Arthrotomy
    • Posterior Ankle Capsule Release
    • Achilles Tendon Lengthening
    • Ankle Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27612: Arthrotomy, posterior capsular release, ankle, with or without Achilles tendon lengthening

    Does Dr. Tamai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tamai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 636-4454 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tamai accept in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Tamai in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Molina

    • State of Kentucky

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tamai's office located?

    Dr. Junichi Tamai's Primary Practice

    3333 Burnet Ave # 2017

    Cincinnati, OH 45229

    (513) 636-4454

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    Dr. Junichi Tamai's Practice 2

    7495 State Rd Ste 355

    Cincinnati, OH 45255

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

    Dr. Tamai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821022203.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tamai?

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

    What is Dr. Junichi Tamai's specialty?

    Dr. Tamai is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Cincinnati, OH. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Tamai to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Junichi Tamai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tamai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. 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

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    Is Junichi Tamai accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Junichi Tamai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Junichi Tamai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tamai's office at (513) 636-4454 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Junichi Tamai?

    Please contact Dr. Tamai's office at (513) 636-4454 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Junichi Tamai have?

    Dr. Junichi Tamai is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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