Summary

Stephen Tan, MD, is a board-certified specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation dedicated to helping patients improve function, reduce pain and enhance quality of life. Dr. Tan takes a whole-person approach, recognizing that symptoms and physical limitations can affect every aspect of daily living. By taking the time to understand each patient's unique concerns, goals and challenges, he develops individualized treatment plans that align with what matters most to them. Through collaboration, education and evidence-based care, he works with patients to achieve meaningful improvements in their health, mobility and overall well-being.Dr. Tan is a member of the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He has a special interest in EMG/NCS for evaluation of cervical/lumbar radiculopathies, entrapment neuropathies (such as carpal tunnel syndrome), brachial plexopathies and peripheral neuropathy. He offers consults and conservative management of spine and joint pain (non-opioid).Away from work, Dr. Tan enjoys coffee and climbing.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 54 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Franciscan Spine 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 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
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Tacoma , WATacoma , WAOlympia , WAOlympia , WA
Med School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, CA Med School: MEDEX Northwest Physician Assistant Program Med School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Stephen Tan

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Bright Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - EPO
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - PPO
  • Devoted Health
  • First Choice Health
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence BlueShield
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Stephen Tan has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Stephen Tan has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Certifications, License, & Education

Stephen Tan holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Tennessee and Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.

Medical School

Graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, CA.

NPI Number

Stephen Tan's NPI number is 1336638519.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Stephen Tan accept my insurance?
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Where is Stephen Tan's office located?
Stephen Tan's office is located at 1608 S J Street 4th Floor, Tacoma, WA, 98405.
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