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Dr. Terri Tanaka, MD

Pediatrician

Mililani, HI

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tanaka, Pediatrician in Mililani, HI?

    Dr. Terri Tanaka, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Mililani, HI. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Tanaka graduated from University of Hawaii and completed her residency at Kapiolani M C/Women-Child, Pediatrics. Dr. Tanaka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tanaka’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tanaka’s office at (808) 625-6444.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tanaka?

    Dr. Terri Tanaka, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician 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. Tanaka empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Mililani, HI community, Dr. Tanaka is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Kapiolani M C/Women-Child, Pediatrics | KAPIOLANI MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: University of Hi John A Burns Sch of Med, Honolulu Hi | University of Hawaii

    Is Dr. Tanaka board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Terri Tanaka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Tanaka speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Tanaka typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Tanaka 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. Tanaka. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve hearing loss
    • Inner ear hearing loss
    • Permanent hearing loss
    • SNHL

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H905: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Tanaka typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Terri Tanaka may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tanaka accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tanaka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 625-6444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tanaka accept in Mililani, HI?

    Dr. Tanaka in Mililani, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • AlohaCare

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tanaka's office located?

    Dr. Terri Tanaka's Primary Practice

    95-1249 Meheula Pkwy Ste 187

    Mililani, HI 96789

    (808) 625-6444

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tanaka affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Tanaka has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children,Honolulu, HI
    Wilcox Medical Center,Lihue, HI

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

    Dr. Tanaka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861580649.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tanaka?

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

    What is Dr. Terri Tanaka's specialty?

    Dr. Tanaka is a Pediatrician near Mililani, HI.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Terri Tanaka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tanaka is affiliated with Straub Benioff Medical Center, Pali Momi Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Terri Tanaka accepting new patients in Mililani, HI?

    Yes, Dr. Terri Tanaka is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Terri Tanaka offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office at (808) 625-6444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Terri Tanaka?

    Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office at (808) 625-6444 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tanaka's office located?

    Dr. Tanaka's office is located in Mililani, HI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Terri Tanaka have?

    Dr. Terri Tanaka is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.