Summary

Dr. Karl Taira specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. They completed their medical education at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and bring two decades of clinical experience to their practice. Dr. Taira is fluent in English and serves patients throughout the Saint Louis community.

Dr. Taira maintains affiliations with Memorial Hospital of Carbondale and practices at BJC Medical Group Primary Care at Barnes West in Saint Louis, MO. They focus on treating common conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and high cholesterol. Their practice emphasizes rehabilitation services including physical therapy, strength training, and speech therapy to help patients achieve optimal health outcomes. Patients consistently rate Dr. Taira highly, giving them an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 20 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

BJC Medical Group Primary Care at Barnes West

969 N Mason Rd Ste 145ASaint Louis, MO 63141
Mon6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri6:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karl Taira

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • ESSENCE Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Home State Health Plan - PPO
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • MO HealthNet - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karl Taira has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karl Taira has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Southern Illinois University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2006

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Which hospitals is Dr. Karl Taira affiliated with?
Dr. Karl Taira is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale.
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Where is Dr. Karl Taira's office located?
Dr. Karl Taira's office is located at 969 N Mason Rd Ste 145A, Saint Louis, MO, 63141.

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