Summary

Dr. Bruce Tammelin is a pulmonologist, internal medicine physician, and sleep medicine specialist who earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine. He completed his residency at LAC USC Medical Center and brings 51 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Tammelin is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Tammelin is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital and practices at locations in Laguna Hills and Laguna Beach, California. He specializes in treating sleep disorders including sleep apnea in both adults and children, with particular expertise in obstructive sleep apnea. His diagnostic capabilities include comprehensive sleep studies, convenient at-home sleep testing, and advanced carbon dioxide monitoring during sleep evaluations. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.8
  • 51 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lac Usc Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Bruce Robert Tammelin has 2 locations

Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center

24451 Health Center DrLaguna Hills, CA 92653

Mission Hospital Laguna Beach

31872 Coast HwyLaguna Beach, CA 92651

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyNeuroradiology
Accepts New Patients
3.8 
4.8 
51 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu Speaks Russian, Spanish
Laguna Hills , CALaguna Beach , CAOrange , CAOrange , CA
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bruce Robert Tammelin

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • First Choice Health
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • University of Arizona Health Plans

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bruce Robert Tammelin has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bruce Robert Tammelin has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pneumonia
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lac Usc Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1975

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Bruce Tammelin affiliated with?
Dr. Bruce Tammelin is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital.
Where is Dr. Bruce Tammelin's office located?
Dr. Bruce Tammelin's office is located at 24451 Health Center Dr, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653.
Is Dr. Bruce Tammelin accepting new patients?
Dr. Bruce Tammelin has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Bruce Tammelin accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Bruce Tammelin accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Bruce Tammelin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Bruce Tammelin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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