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Who is Dr. Kawai, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Fernando Kawai, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kawai is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kawai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kawai’s office at (718) 670-2413.
Is Dr. Kawai board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Kawai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kawai speak?
Dr. Kawai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does Dr. Kawai treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Kawai 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. Kawai. 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.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Kawai perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Fernando Kawai may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kawai's office.
Does Dr. Kawai accept my insurance?
Dr. Kawai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 670-2413 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kawai accept in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Kawai in Flushing, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
Molina
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Kawai's office located?
What is Dr. Kawai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kawai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164682811.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kawai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kawai
What is Dr. Fernando Kawai's specialty?
Dr. Kawai is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Flushing, NY. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Kawai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fernando Kawai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kawai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Newyork-Presbyterian Queens. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Fernando Kawai accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Kawai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Kawai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kawai's office at (718) 670-2413 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Kawai?
Please contact Dr. Kawai's office at (718) 670-2413 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fernando Kawai have?
Dr. Fernando Kawai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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