GALEN S. KAM M.D. – NPI #1477617496
Orthopaedic Surgery
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
GALEN KAM is an orthopaedic surgeon located in REDDING, CA. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1477617496 to GALEN KAM on December 21, 2006. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207X00000X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Orthopaedic Surgery.
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NPI Profile for
GALEN S. KAM
(more than 19 years ago)
REDDING, CA 96001-0814 Phone: (530) 246-2467 Fax: (530) 242-9460
REDDING, CA 96099-1950 Phone: (530) 246-2467 Fax: (530) 242-9460
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| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207X00000X - Orthopaedic Surgery (Primary) |
CA | A82714 |
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Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
GALEN KAM is affiliated with the following medical group(s):
- HOSPITAL
- MOUNTAINVIEW HOSPITAL3100 N TENAYA WAY
LAS VEGAS, NV 89128 - UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER1800 W CHARLESTON BLVD
LAS VEGAS, NV 89102
- MOUNTAINVIEW HOSPITAL3100 N TENAYA WAY
- HOME HEALTH AGENCY
- CARE FIRST HOME HEALTH CARE9315 W SUNSET ROAD STE 101
LAS VEGAS, NV 89148
- CARE FIRST HOME HEALTH CARE9315 W SUNSET ROAD STE 101
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