42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nishikawa, Cardiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Akira Nishikawa, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nishikawa graduated from Keio University and completed his residency at Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nishikawa is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nishikawa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nishikawa’s office at (713) 790-0841.
Where did Dr. Nishikawa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Kansas University Medical Center - Kansas City, KS - 1984
Residency: Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Kansas Medical Center
Medical School: Keio Gijuku University, Sch of Med, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan | Keio University | University of Keio School of Medicine Schinanomachi
Is Dr. Nishikawa board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Akira Nishikawa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nishikawa speak?
Dr. Nishikawa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Nishikawa treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Nishikawa 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. Nishikawa. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Hardening of Heart Bypass Arteries (No Chest Pain)
- Calcified Coronary Artery Disease
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Blocked heart bypass grafts without angina
- Atherosclerosis in grafts
- Silent coronary artery disease in grafts
- Hardened Coronary Arteries
- Coronary Artery Calcification
- Calcium in Heart Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I25810: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s) without angina pectoris
- I2584: Coronary atherosclerosis due to calcified coronary lesion
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg artery disease
- PAD in both legs
- Atherosclerosis of both legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Which procedures does Dr. Nishikawa perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Akira Nishikawa may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nishikawa's office.
Does Dr. Nishikawa accept my insurance?
Dr. Nishikawa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 790-0841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nishikawa accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Nishikawa in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Memorial Hermann
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nishikawa's office located?
Dr. Akira Nishikawa's Primary Practice
5115 Fannin St Ste 801
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 790-0841
Recognitions
Awards
Texas Super Doctors
What is Dr. Nishikawa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nishikawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588695019.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nishikawa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nishikawa
What is Dr. Akira Nishikawa's specialty?
Dr. Nishikawa is a Cardiologist near Houston, TX. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Nishikawa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akira Nishikawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nishikawa is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital 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
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Is Akira Nishikawa accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Akira Nishikawa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akira Nishikawa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nishikawa's office at (713) 790-0841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akira Nishikawa?
Please contact Dr. Nishikawa's office at (713) 790-0841 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Akira Nishikawa have?
Dr. Akira Nishikawa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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