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Dr. Janice Miyakawa, MD

Santa Monica, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Miyakawa, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Janice Miyakawa, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA. She has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Miyakawa graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At UCLA, University Of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Miyakawa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Miyakawa’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Miyakawa’s office at (310) 829-8908.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Miyakawa?

    Dr. Janice Miyakawa, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Miyakawa empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Monica, CA community, Dr. Miyakawa is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At UCLA, University Of California, Los Angeles

    Is Dr. Miyakawa board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Janice Miyakawa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Miyakawa speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Miyakawa typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Miyakawa 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. Miyakawa. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Miyakawa typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Janice Miyakawa may include:

    Please contact Dr. Miyakawa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Miyakawa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Miyakawa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 829-8908 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Miyakawa accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Miyakawa in Santa Monica, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Miyakawa's office located?

    Dr. Janice Miyakawa also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Janice Miyakawa's Primary Practice

    901 Wilshire Blvd Fl 2

    Santa Monica, CA 90401

    (310) 829-8908

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Regional Top Doctors

    Vitals

    Patients' Choice Award

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

    Dr. Miyakawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487684064.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Miyakawa?

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

    What is Dr. Janice Miyakawa's specialty?

    Dr. Miyakawa is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Monica, 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. Janice Miyakawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Miyakawa is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health 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 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 Janice Miyakawa accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Janice Miyakawa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Janice Miyakawa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Miyakawa's office at (310) 829-8908 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Janice Miyakawa?

    Please contact Dr. Miyakawa's office at (310) 829-8908 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Janice Miyakawa have?

    Dr. Janice Miyakawa is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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