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Dr. Oscar Taunton Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.5 (159)
Map Pin Small Bedford, TX
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Oscar Taunton Jr, MD

Dr. Oscar Taunton Jr, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Bedford, TX. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 35 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham and is affiliated with Texas Health Heb, Baylor Medical Center At Trophy Club and Medical City Decatur. Dr. Taunton Jr, completed a residency at University of Alabama Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Taunton Jr an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Taunton Jr works at Texas Orthopedic Specialists in Bedford, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Osteoarthritis, Joint Pain and Knee Ligament Tears along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Taunton Jr's Office Locations

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    Texas Orthopedic Specialists
    2425 HIGHWAY 121, Bedford, TX 76021 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (817) 540-4477
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 12:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Texas Health Heb
  • Baylor Medical Center At Trophy Club
  • Medical City Decatur

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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Osteoarthritis
Joint Pain
Knee Ligament Tears
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Bursitis of Hip
Knee Tendinitis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Patellar Tendonitis
Arthrocentesis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Chondromalacia
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Fracture
Sciatica
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Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Steroid Injection
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Coccygeal Pain
Dupuytrens Contracture
Femoral Neck Fracture
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Heel Spur
Hip Arthritis
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Fracture
Hip Impingement
Hip Pointer
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Arthritis
Knee Disorders
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Pelvic Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Snapping Hip
Spina Bifida
Thoracic Spine Fracture
TMJ
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Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Hip Dislocation
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Hip Reconstruction Surgery
Hip Replacement Revision
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement
Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement
Minimally Invasive Total Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Total Hip Replacement
Total Knee Replacement
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    • Aetna
    • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
    • Anthem
    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Buckeye Community Health Plan
    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • Commercial Insurance Company
    • First Health
    • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
    • Health Net
    • HealthSmart
    • Humana
    • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
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    • Medicare
    • Midwest Health Plan
    • MultiPlan
    • Mutual of Omaha
    • State Farm
    • Tricare
    • UnitedHealthCare

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    4.5
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    About Dr. Oscar Taunton Jr, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1033196050
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Anderson Orthopaedic Institute - Hip & Knee Replacement
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Alabama Hospital
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Auburn University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Oscar Taunton Jr, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Taunton Jr is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Taunton Jr works at Texas Orthopedic Specialists in Bedford, TX. View the full address on Dr. Taunton Jr’s profile.

    Dr. Taunton Jr has seen patients for Osteoarthritis, Joint Pain and Knee Ligament Tears, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Taunton Jr on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    159 patients have reviewed Dr. Taunton Jr. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Taunton Jr.

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