Summary

Dr. Joanna Branstetter treats arthralgia, osteoarthritis, and tendinopathies, and performs bursa aspiration and physical therapy as part of her orthopedic surgery practice. She is affiliated with Madigan Army Medical Center.

Board-certified in orthopaedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Branstetter earned her medical degree from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland, and completed her residency at Brooke Army Medical Center in Fort Sam Houston, Texas. She sees patients in Tacoma, Washington. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Branstetter 4.96 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, TX
  • 24 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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56 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Tacoma , WALakewood , WAOlympia , WASeattle , WA
Med School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD Med School: Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Joanna Branstetter speak?
Joanna Branstetter speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Joanna Branstetter?
You can find contact information for Joanna Branstetter here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Joanna Branstetter affiliated with?
Joanna Branstetter is affiliated with Madigan Army Medical Center.
Does Joanna Branstetter accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Joanna Branstetter accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Joanna Branstetter's office located?
Joanna Branstetter's office is located at 1608 S J Street 4th Floor, Tacoma, WA, 98405.

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