Summary

Dr. Joanna Branstetter specializes in orthopedic surgery, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. She earned her medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland, and completed her residency at Brooke Army Medical Center in Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Dr. Branstetter holds certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and speaks English.

Dr. Branstetter is affiliated with Madigan Army Medical Center and practices at Franciscan Orthopedic Associates in Tacoma, Washington. She treats patients with joint pain, arthritis, and tendon problems. Her expertise includes physical therapy guidance, strength training programs, and bursa aspiration procedures. Patients rate her highly, giving her an average score of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, TX
  • 23 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Franciscan Orthopedic Associates at St. Joseph

1608 S J Street 4th FloorTacoma, WA 98405
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.7 
25 Years of Experience
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Med School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joanna Branstetter

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Health Plus
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Joanna Branstetter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Joanna Branstetter has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

Joanna Branstetter holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, TX.

Medical School

Graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD.

NPI Number

Joanna Branstetter's NPI number is 1669462503.

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Where is Joanna Branstetter's office located?
Joanna Branstetter's office is located at 1608 S J Street 4th Floor, Tacoma, WA, 98405.
Does Joanna Branstetter accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Joanna Branstetter affiliated with?
Joanna Branstetter is affiliated with Madigan Army Medical Center.

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