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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kamitsuka, Infectious Disease Specialist in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Paul Kamitsuka, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Kamitsuka graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kamitsuka is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kamitsuka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kamitsuka’s office at (910) 341-3300.
Where did Dr. Kamitsuka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Kamitsuka board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Kamitsuka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kamitsuka speak?
Dr. Kamitsuka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kamitsuka typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Kamitsuka 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. Kamitsuka. 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
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:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kamitsuka typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Kamitsuka may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Kamitsuka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kamitsuka accept my insurance?
Dr. Kamitsuka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 341-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kamitsuka accept in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Kamitsuka in Wilmington, NC 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 Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kamitsuka's office located?
Dr. Paul Kamitsuka's Primary Practice
1202 Medical Center Dr
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 341-3300
What is Dr. Kamitsuka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kamitsuka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235240714.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kamitsuka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kamitsuka
What is Dr. Paul Kamitsuka's specialty?
Dr. Kamitsuka is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Wilmington, NC.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Paul Kamitsuka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kamitsuka is affiliated with Carteret Health Care, Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Onslow Memorial Hospital, Columbus Regional Healthcare System 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paul Kamitsuka accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?
Yes, Dr. Paul Kamitsuka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Kamitsuka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kamitsuka's office at (910) 341-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Kamitsuka?
Please contact Dr. Kamitsuka's office at (910) 341-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Kamitsuka have?
Dr. Paul Kamitsuka is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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