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Dr. Masayasu Kihira, MD, PHD
San Mateo, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kihira, Family Medicine Specialist in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Masayasu Kihira, MD, PHD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Kihira graduated from Nagoya Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Kihira is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kihira’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kihira’s office at (650) 558-0337.
Where did Dr. Kihira go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program
Medical School: Nagoya University, Faculty Of Medicine | Nagoya Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kihira board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Masayasu Kihira, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kihira speak?
Dr. Kihira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kihira typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kihira 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. Kihira. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kihira typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Masayasu Kihira may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Kihira's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kihira accept my insurance?
Dr. Kihira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 558-0337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kihira accept in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Kihira in San Mateo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kihira's office located?
What is Dr. Kihira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kihira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851358071.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kihira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kihira
What is Dr. Masayasu Kihira's specialty?
Dr. Kihira is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Mateo, CA.
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. Masayasu Kihira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kihira is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit 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 Masayasu Kihira accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Masayasu Kihira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Masayasu Kihira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kihira's office at (650) 558-0337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Masayasu Kihira?
Please contact Dr. Kihira's office at (650) 558-0337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Masayasu Kihira have?
Dr. Masayasu Kihira is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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