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Dr. Charlie Kano, MD

Merced, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kano, Family Medicine Specialist in Merced, CA?

    Dr. Charlie Kano, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Merced, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Kano completed his residency at Mercy Med Ctr-Merced, Family Medicine. Dr. Kano is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kano’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kano’s office at (209) 723-3704.

    Where did Dr. Kano go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mercy Med Ctr-Merced, Family Medicine | Merced Commun Med Center

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Kano board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Charlie Kano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kano speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does Dr. Kano treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kano 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. Kano. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does Dr. Kano perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kano 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. Kano. 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.

    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. Kano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 723-3704 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kano accept in Merced, CA?

    Dr. Kano in Merced, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • AllCare Health Plan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kano's office located?

    Dr. Charlie Kano's Primary Practice

    127 W El Portal Dr

    Merced, CA 95348

    (209) 723-3704

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    Dr. Charlie Kano's Practice 2

    535 W 25th St

    Merced, CA 95340

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    Dr. Charlie Kano's Practice 3

    374 W Olive Ave Ste B

    Merced, CA 95348

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

    Dr. Kano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003927567.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kano?

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

    What is Dr. Charlie Kano's specialty?

    Dr. Kano is a Family Medicine Specialist near Merced, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Kano to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charlie Kano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kano is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Mercy General Hospital, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Charlie Kano accepting new patients in Merced, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Charlie Kano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charlie Kano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kano's office at (209) 723-3704 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charlie Kano?

    Please contact Dr. Kano's office at (209) 723-3704 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charlie Kano have?

    Dr. Charlie Kano is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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