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Dr. Sakae Hokama, MD

Fort Pierce, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hokama, Internist in Fort Pierce, FL?

    Dr. Sakae Hokama, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Pierce, FL. Dr. Hokama is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hokama’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hokama’s office at (772) 641-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Hokama speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hokama typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Hokama 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. Hokama. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hokama typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sakae Hokama may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hokama accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hokama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 641-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hokama accept in Fort Pierce, FL?

    Dr. Hokama in Fort Pierce, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Hokama's office located?

    Dr. Sakae Hokama's Primary Practice

    1700 S 23rd St

    Fort Pierce, FL 34950

    (772) 641-4000

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    What is Dr. Hokama's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hokama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457927907.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hokama?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hokama

    What is Dr. Sakae Hokama'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.

    Is Dr. Sakae Hokama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hokama is affiliated with Hca Florida Lawnwood Hospital, Hca Florida St. Lucie Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Dr. Sakae Hokama accepting new patients in Fort Pierce, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Sakae Hokama is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sakae Hokama offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hokama's office at (772) 641-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sakae Hokama?

    Please contact Dr. Hokama's office at (772) 641-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hokama's office located?

    Dr. Hokama's office is located in Fort Pierce, FL.