17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Yamamoto, Physiatrist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Kent Yamamoto, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Yamamoto graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine. Dr. Yamamoto is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamamoto’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamamoto’s office at (808) 531-3511.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yamamoto?
Dr. Kent Yamamoto, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist 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. Yamamoto empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Electrodiagnosis, Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Honolulu, HI community, Dr. Yamamoto is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Yamamoto go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yamamoto speak?
Dr. Yamamoto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Yamamoto typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Yamamoto 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. Yamamoto. 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
- Post-stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from stroke
- Stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I69151: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Bleeding Disorder
- Blood Clotting Disorder
- Coagulopathy
- Hemorrhagic Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X9D: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, subsequent encounter
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Yamamoto typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Yamamoto 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. Yamamoto. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Yamamoto accept my insurance?
Dr. Yamamoto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 531-3511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yamamoto accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Yamamoto in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AlohaCare
Conifer Health Solutions
Hawaii Medical Service Association
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Yamamoto's office located?
What is Dr. Yamamoto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yamamoto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487755583.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamamoto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yamamoto
What is Dr. Kent Yamamoto's specialty?
Dr. Yamamoto is a Physiatrist near Honolulu, HI.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Kent Yamamoto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yamamoto is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: REHAB Hospital of the Pacific. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Kent Yamamoto accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Kent Yamamoto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kent Yamamoto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yamamoto's office at (808) 531-3511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kent Yamamoto?
Please contact Dr. Yamamoto's office at (808) 531-3511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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