39 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Nishimura, Internist in Carmichael, CA?
Where did Dr. Nishimura go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Nishimura board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lou Nishimura, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nishimura speak?
Dr. Nishimura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Nishimura typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Nishimura 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. Nishimura. 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.
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Nishimura typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lou Nishimura may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Nishimura's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nishimura accept my insurance?
Dr. Nishimura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 967-4030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nishimura accept in Carmichael, CA?
Dr. Nishimura in Carmichael, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Care Network
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Nishimura's office located?
Dr. Lou Nishimura's Primary Practice
6500 Coyle Ave Ste 1
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 967-4030
What is Dr. Nishimura's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nishimura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831207315.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nishimura?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nishimura
What is Dr. Lou Nishimura's specialty?
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.