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Dr. Tamayo Kawai, MD

Melrose Park, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kawai, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Melrose Park, IL?

    Dr. Tamayo Kawai, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Melrose Park, IL. She is board certified. Dr. Kawai is fluent in English and Japanese, 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 (708) 406-3040.

    Is Dr. Kawai board certified as an Addiction Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Tamayo Kawai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kawai speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kawai typically treat?

    As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD
    • Opioid Detoxification
    • Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome
    • Quitting Opioids Symptoms
    • Opioid Addiction Withdrawal

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
    • F1193: Opioid use, unspecified with withdrawal

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol dependence
    • Alcoholism
    • Problem drinking
    • AUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Other Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Atypical ADHD
    • ADHD Not Otherwise Specified
    • Variant ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
    • F908: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, other type

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kawai typically perform?

    As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tamayo Kawai may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kawai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kawai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kawai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 406-3040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kawai accept in Melrose Park, IL?

    Dr. Kawai in Melrose Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Kawai's office located?

    Dr. Tamayo Kawai's Primary Practice

    1111 Superior St Ste 101

    Melrose Park, IL 60160

    (708) 406-3040

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    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 1093977530.

    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. Tamayo Kawai's specialty?

    Dr. Kawai is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Melrose Park, IL.

    What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?

    An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.

    Is this Dr. Tamayo Kawai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kawai is affiliated with Macneal Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Addiction Medicine 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 Tamayo Kawai accepting new patients in Melrose Park, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Tamayo Kawai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tamayo Kawai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kawai's office at (708) 406-3040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tamayo Kawai?

    Please contact Dr. Kawai's office at (708) 406-3040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tamayo Kawai have?

    Dr. Tamayo Kawai is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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