Who is Dr. Akamine, Infectious Disease Specialist in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Christine Akamine, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Loma Linda, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Akamine is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akamine’s office at (916) 740-3721.
What languages does Dr. Akamine speak?
Dr. Akamine and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Akamine typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Akamine 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. Akamine. 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:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Akamine typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christine Akamine may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Akamine's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akamine accept my insurance?
Dr. Akamine accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 740-3721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akamine accept in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Akamine in Loma Linda, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Heritage Health
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Where is Dr. Akamine's office located?
Gme Office Westerly Suite C
11234 Anderson St Ofc Ste C
Loma Linda, CA 92350
(916) 740-3721
What is Dr. Akamine's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akamine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154709764.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akamine?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akamine
What is Dr. Christine Akamine's specialty?
Dr. Akamine is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Loma Linda, CA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Christine Akamine affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akamine is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Christine Akamine accepting new patients in Loma Linda, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christine Akamine is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Akamine offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akamine's office at (916) 740-3721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Akamine?
Please contact Dr. Akamine's office at (916) 740-3721 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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