32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Morikawa, Family Medicine Specialist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Masahiro Morikawa, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Morikawa graduated from Tokyo Med University, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan and completed his residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System Program. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS. Dr. Morikawa is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morikawa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morikawa’s office.
Where did Dr. Morikawa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Case Western Reserve Univ, Cleveland, OH,, Family Practice | Family Medicine - University Hospitals of Cleveland | (Family Practice), UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF CLEVELAND, CLEVELAND, OH
Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Tokyo Med College | Tokyo Med University, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan | Tokyo Medical and Dental University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Morikawa board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Masahiro Morikawa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 1997, American Board of Family Medicine since 2012, American Board of Family Medicine since 2003
What languages does Dr. Morikawa speak?
Dr. Morikawa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Morikawa typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Morikawa 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. Morikawa. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Morikawa typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Morikawa 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. Morikawa. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Morikawa accept my insurance?
Dr. Morikawa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Morikawa accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Morikawa in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Morikawa's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS
Member
What is Dr. Morikawa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Morikawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578597712.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morikawa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Morikawa
What is Dr. Masahiro Morikawa's specialty?
Dr. Morikawa is a Family Medicine Specialist near Charlottesville, VA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Masahiro Morikawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Morikawa is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center, Augusta Health - Main Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Masahiro Morikawa accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Masahiro Morikawa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Masahiro Morikawa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Morikawa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Masahiro Morikawa?
Please contact Dr. Morikawa's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Masahiro Morikawa have?
Dr. Masahiro Morikawa is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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