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Dr. Rytotaro Nakamura, MD

Duarte, CA

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. Dr. Nakamura is fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakamura’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Hematologist like Dr. Nakamura typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Aplastic Anemia
    • Bone Marrow Failure Anemia
    • Marrow Aplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D619: Aplastic anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    • AML Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
    • AML Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
    • C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission

    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

    What procedures does a Hematologist like Dr. Nakamura typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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 Diffusing Capacity Test
    • Lung Volume Test (Gas Dilution)
    • DLCO Test
    • Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
    • Lung Gas Exchange Test
    • Pulmonary function test (gas dilution)
    • Gas washout lung test
    • Lung capacity test
    • Spirometry with gas dilution

    CPT Codes:

    • 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 94727: Gas dilution or washout for determination of lung volumes and, when performed, distribution of ventilation and closing volumes

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • H & R Block

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nakamura's office located?

    Dr. Rytotaro Nakamura's Primary Practice

    1500E Duarte Rd

    Duarte, CA 91010

    (626) 359-8111

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    Dr. Rytotaro Nakamura's Practice 2

    209 Fair Oaks Ave

    South Pasadena, CA 91030

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nakamura affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Nakamura has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Nakamura's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Hematologist do?

    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.

    Is 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Rytotaro Nakamura?

    Please contact Dr. Nakamura's office at (626) 359-8111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nakamura's office located?

    Dr. Nakamura's offices are located in Duarte, CA and South Pasadena, CA.