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Who is Dr. Kaku, Critical Care Internist in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Shawn Kaku, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Castro Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kaku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaku’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaku’s office at (510) 537-1234.
What languages does Dr. Kaku speak?
Dr. Kaku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kaku treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Kaku diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Kaku. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kaku perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shawn Kaku may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kaku's office.
Does Dr. Kaku accept my insurance?
Dr. Kaku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 537-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kaku accept in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Kaku in Castro Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kaku's office located?
Dr. Shawn Kaku's Primary Practice
20103 Lake Chabot Rd
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 537-1234
What is Dr. Kaku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kaku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093977696.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kaku
What is Dr. Shawn Kaku's specialty?
Dr. Kaku is a Critical Care Internist near Castro Valley, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Kaku to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shawn Kaku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kaku is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Shawn Kaku accepting new patients in Castro Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shawn Kaku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shawn Kaku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kaku's office at (510) 537-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shawn Kaku?
Please contact Dr. Kaku's office at (510) 537-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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