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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yamakawa, Neurologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Mai Yamakawa, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Yamakawa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamakawa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamakawa’s office at (310) 794-1195.
What languages does Dr. Yamakawa speak?
Dr. Yamakawa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Yamakawa typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Yamakawa 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. Yamakawa. 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:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS
- Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Multiple Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
- Widespread Nerve Damage
- Generalized Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
- G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Charley Horse
- Leg Cramps
ICD-10 Codes:
- R252: Cramp and spasm
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Yamakawa typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mai Yamakawa may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Yamakawa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yamakawa accept my insurance?
Dr. Yamakawa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-1195 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yamakawa accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Yamakawa in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kern Health Systems
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Yamakawa's office located?
Dr. Mai Yamakawa's Primary Practice
200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 120
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 794-1195
What is Dr. Yamakawa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yamakawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598261117.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamakawa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yamakawa
What is Dr. Mai Yamakawa's specialty?
Dr. Yamakawa is a Neurologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Mai Yamakawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yamakawa is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mai Yamakawa accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mai Yamakawa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mai Yamakawa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yamakawa's office at (310) 794-1195 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mai Yamakawa?
Please contact Dr. Yamakawa's office at (310) 794-1195 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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