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Dr. Benjamin Tanner, MD

General Surgery* Age 56
Dr. Benjamin Tanner, MD
4.3 (18 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Benjamin Tanner, MD is a General Surgeon in Louisville, KY.
Dr. Benjamin Tanner, MD
4.3 (18 Ratings)
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Dr. Benjamin Tanner, MD

General Surgery* Age 56
Louisville, KY
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Benjamin Tanner, MD is a General Surgeon in Louisville, KY.

About

Dr. Tanner graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1996 and completed a residency at University Louisville Affil Hosps.Dr. Benjamin Tanner, MD is a General Surgeon in Louisville, KY and has 28 years experience. Dr. Tanner currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Norton Hospital. Dr. Tanner has experience treating conditions like Obesity among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Tanner received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Tanner's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Tanner is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Obesity
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Pyloric Stenosis
Obesity
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Sleeve Gastrectomy
Pyloric Stenosis
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Duodenal Polypectomy
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Varices
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pediatric Obesity
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Rib Fracture
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Thyroid Nodule
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Biopsy of Breast
Colectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagoscopy
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Surgery
Gastrectomy
Gastric Banding, Laparoscopic
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Gastrointestinal Surgery
Gastrointestinal Surgery, Laproscopic
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominal Surgery
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Splenectomy
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparoscopy
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Stomach Surgery
Tracheal Surgery
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cofinity
  • Anthem
  • Sagamore Health Network
  • Aetna
  • HealthLink
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Humana
  • United Healthcare
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    1000 DuPont Rd, Louisville, KY 40207
  2. 2 Norton Brownsboro Hospital Reference Laboratory
    4960 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY 40241
  3. 3 Norton Women's and Children's Hospital
    4001 Dutchmans Ln, Louisville, KY 40207

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tanner
4.3
Based on 18 Reviews
5 Stars (14)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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Patient Reviews
Aug 14, 2019
This doctor is the most down to earth person you will ever meet. You just know you're in safe hands with him. And that's something you just don't hear about anymore
— Aug 14, 2019
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About Me

Specialties*
General Surgery
Bariatric Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Louisville School of Medicine
    1996
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Louisville Affil Hosps
    2001
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Louisville
    2006
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Benjamin Tanner, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Tanner's profile.

Dr. Benjamin Tanner, MD is affiliated with Norton Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Benjamin Tanner, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Norton Hospital

    200 E Chestnut St, Louisville, KY