Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nakano, Family Medicine Specialist in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Richard Nakano, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ventura, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nakano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakano’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakano’s office at (805) 652-6228.
What languages does Dr. Nakano speak?
Dr. Nakano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nakano typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nakano 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. Nakano. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nakano typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Nakano may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Nakano's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nakano accept my insurance?
Dr. Nakano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 652-6228 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nakano accept in Ventura, CA?
Dr. Nakano in Ventura, 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
CommonSpirit Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Unknown
Ventura County Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Nakano's office located?
What is Dr. Nakano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nakano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720650781.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nakano
What is Dr. Richard Nakano's specialty?
Dr. Nakano is a Family Medicine Specialist near Ventura, 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. Richard Nakano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nakano is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Richard Nakano accepting new patients in Ventura, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Nakano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Nakano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nakano's office at (805) 652-6228 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Nakano?
Please contact Dr. Nakano's office at (805) 652-6228 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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