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Dr. Kristen Tamura, MD

Wailuku, HI

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    Who is Dr. Tamura, Nephrologist in Wailuku, HI?

    Dr. Kristen Tamura, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Wailuku, HI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tamura is fluent in English, Lao, and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tamura’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tamura’s office at (808) 442-5700.

    What languages does Dr. Tamura speak?

    Dr. Tamura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Lao

    • Thai

    What conditions does Dr. Tamura treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Tamura 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. Tamura. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD Stage 1
    • Early Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
    • Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • CIDP
    • Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
    • Demyelinating Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis

    Also known as:

    • SIADH
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone
    • Excess ADH Syndrome
    • Water Intoxication from ADH

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E222: Syndrome of inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    What procedures does Dr. Tamura perform?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Tamura performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tamura. 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:

    • Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
    • Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
    • Plasma Pheresis
    • Blood Plasma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis

    Does Dr. Tamura accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tamura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 442-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tamura accept in Wailuku, HI?

    Dr. Tamura in Wailuku, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AlohaCare

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Hawaii (HMSA)

    • Centene

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mohawk Industries

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tamura's office located?

    Dr. Kristen Tamura's Primary Practice

    85 Maui Lani Pkwy

    Wailuku, HI 96793

    (808) 442-5700

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    Dr. Kristen Tamura's Practice 2

    1849 Wili Pa Loop

    Wailuku, HI 96793

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    Dr. Kristen Tamura's Practice 3

    175 N Jackson Ave Ste 103

    San Jose, CA 95116

    (408) 272-1600

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    What is Dr. Tamura's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tamura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356502553.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tamura?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tamura

    What is Dr. Kristen Tamura's specialty?

    Dr. Tamura is a Nephrologist near Wailuku, HI. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Tamura to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kristen Tamura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tamura is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maui Memorial Medical Center, Kona Community Hospital. 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

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    Is Kristen Tamura accepting new patients in Wailuku, HI?

    Yes, Dr. Kristen Tamura is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristen Tamura offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tamura's office at (808) 442-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristen Tamura?

    Please contact Dr. Tamura's office at (808) 442-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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