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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yokota, Surgeon in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Shinichiro Yokota, MD, PHD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Yokota is fluent in English, Japanese, and Javanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yokota’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yokota’s office at (650) 723-4000.
What languages does Dr. Yokota speak?
Dr. Yokota and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
Javanese
What conditions does Dr. Yokota treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Yokota 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. Yokota. 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
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Yokota perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Shinichiro Yokota may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yokota's office.
Does Dr. Yokota accept my insurance?
Dr. Yokota accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yokota accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Yokota in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Yokota's office located?
Dr. Shinichiro Yokota's Primary Practice
300 Pasteur Dr
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 723-4000
What is Dr. Yokota's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yokota's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205364718.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yokota?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yokota
What is Dr. Shinichiro Yokota's specialty?
Dr. Yokota is a Surgeon near Palo Alto, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Yokota to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shinichiro Yokota affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yokota is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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
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Is Shinichiro Yokota accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shinichiro Yokota is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shinichiro Yokota offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yokota's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shinichiro Yokota?
Please contact Dr. Yokota's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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