RN
28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nakamura, Hematologist in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Rytotaro Nakamura, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Duarte, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Nakamura is fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakamura’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakamura’s office at (626) 359-8111.
Where did Dr. Nakamura go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kumamoto University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nakamura speak?
Dr. Nakamura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nakamura treat?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Nakamura 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. Nakamura. 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:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Relapse
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Relapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9202: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in relapse
Also known as:
- Aplastic Anemia
- Bone Marrow Failure Anemia
- Marrow Aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D619: Aplastic anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Lymphoid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Unspecified lymphoid leukemia
- Atypical lymphoid leukemia
- Rare lymphoid leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C91Z0: Other lymphoid leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasm
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ®)
- CMPN
- Myeloproliferative disorder
- Chronic blood cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- D471: Chronic myeloproliferative disease
Also known as:
- Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria
- Anemia
- Urine and Urination
- Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria
- PNH
- Marchiafava-Micheli syndrome
- Dark urine anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D595: Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria [Marchiafava-Micheli]
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
- Marrow Transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9481: Bone marrow transplant status
What procedures does Dr. Nakamura perform?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Nakamura 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. Nakamura. 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:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Donor Search and Acquisition Management
- Bone marrow donor search
- Hematopoietic stem cell procurement
- Stem cell transplant coordination
CPT Codes:
- 38204: Management of recipient hematopoietic progenitor cell donor search and cell acquisition
Also known as:
- Lung Volume Test (Gas Dilution)
- Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
- Pulmonary function test (gas dilution)
- Gas washout lung test
- Lung capacity test
- Spirometry with gas dilution
- DLCO Test
- Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
- Lung Gas Exchange Test
CPT Codes:
- 94727: Gas dilution or washout for determination of lung volumes and, when performed, distribution of ventilation and closing volumes
- 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Nakamura accept my insurance?
Dr. Nakamura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 359-8111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nakamura accept in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Nakamura in Duarte, 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
CalOptima
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nakamura's office located?
What is Dr. Nakamura's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nakamura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629174552.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakamura?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nakamura
What is Dr. Rytotaro Nakamura's specialty?
Dr. Nakamura is a Hematologist near Duarte, CA. An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma. Contact Dr. Nakamura to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rytotaro Nakamura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nakamura is affiliated with City of Hope - Duarte Cancer 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
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Is Rytotaro Nakamura accepting new patients in Duarte, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rytotaro Nakamura is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rytotaro Nakamura offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nakamura's office at (626) 359-8111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rytotaro Nakamura?
Please contact Dr. Nakamura's office at (626) 359-8111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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