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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. 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 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 as a 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kano typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kano typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kano's office located?
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.
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. 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, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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