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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kai, Cardiologist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Wesley Kai, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. He is board certified. Dr. Kai graduated from University of Hawaii and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kai’s office at (808) 522-3555.
Where did Dr. Kai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Internal Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Hi John A Burns Sch of Med, Honolulu Hi | University of Hawaii
Is Dr. Kai board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Wesley Kai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kai speak?
Dr. Kai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Kai typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Kai 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. Kai. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Kai typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Kai 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. Kai. 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:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Does Dr. Kai accept my insurance?
Dr. Kai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 522-3555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kai accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Kai in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AlohaCare
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kai's office located?
What is Dr. Kai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598853160.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kai
What is Dr. Wesley Kai's specialty?
Dr. Kai is a Cardiologist near Honolulu, HI.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Wesley Kai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kai 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
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Is Wesley Kai accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Wesley Kai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wesley Kai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kai's office at (808) 522-3555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wesley Kai?
Please contact Dr. Kai's office at (808) 522-3555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wesley Kai have?
Dr. Wesley Kai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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