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Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 43
Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD
4.9 (67 Ratings)

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Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA.
Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD
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Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 43
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA.

About

Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA. They graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed a residency at Atlanta Medical Center. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital and Mission Valley Heights Surgery Center. Dr. Tanaka has experience treating conditions like Ganglion Cyst, Broken Arm and Trigger Finger among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Tanaka received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 67 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Tanaka is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.

Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

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Ganglion Cyst
Broken Arm
Trigger Finger
Ganglion Cyst
Broken Arm
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Bursitis
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De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Humerus Fracture
Joint Pain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Limb Pain
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Neuroplasty
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Interosseous Nerve Compression
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Medial Epicondylitis
Muscle Cramping
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Sprain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rib Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tendon Injuries
Tendonitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Whiplash
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All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arthroscopic Shoulder Repair
Arthroscopic Wrist Surgery
Arthroscopy
De Quervain's Release
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Replacement
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Peripheral Nerve Block
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Total Shoulder Replacement
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair
Wrist Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • Aetna PPO
  • Dignity Health EPO / PPO-CA
    Dignity Health Ventura EPO/PPO-CA
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
    Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Beech Street (Multiplan) PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Priority Select HMO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Health Net HMO
  • Interplan Health Group PPO
  • Medicare of California PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
    PHCS Network PPO
  • Tricare PPO
  • PacifiCare PPO
    United Healthcare
  • Western Health Advantage HMO
  • York Risk Services PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Scripps Clinic Ambulatory Surgery Center
    3811 Valley Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92130
  2. 2 Scripps Clinic
    7565 Mission Valley Rd, San Diego, CA 92108

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tanaka
4.9
Based on 67 Reviews
5 Stars (64)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (1)

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Patient Reviews
Aug 30, 2024
Very friendly and professional. Dr Tanaka always had me feeling at ease and explained everything very well.
Victor “Gabe” Sanchez — Aug 30, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Tulane University School of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Atlanta Medical Center
    2009
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Atlanta Medical Center
    2013
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Indiana Hand Center
    2014
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Tanaka's profile.

Dr. Tanaka frequently treats the following conditions: Ganglion Cyst, Broken Arm and Trigger Finger. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital and Mission Valley Heights Surgery Center.

Yes, Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

    4077 5th Ave, San Diego, CA

  • Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA

  • Mission Valley Heights Surgery Center

    7485 Mission Valley Rd Ste 106, San Diego, CA