MS
56 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shirasu, Internist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Myron Shirasu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 56 years. Dr. Shirasu graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine. Dr. Shirasu is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shirasu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shirasu’s office at (808) 523-8611.
Where did Dr. Shirasu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shirasu speak?
Dr. Shirasu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shirasu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shirasu 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. Shirasu. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shirasu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Myron Shirasu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Shirasu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shirasu accept my insurance?
Dr. Shirasu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 523-8611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shirasu accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Shirasu 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
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Hawaii Medical Service Association
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shirasu's office located?
Dr. Myron Shirasu's Primary Practice
321 N Kuakini St Ste 201
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 523-8611
What is Dr. Shirasu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shirasu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316035900.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shirasu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shirasu
What is Dr. Myron Shirasu's specialty?
Dr. Shirasu is a Internist near Honolulu, HI.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Myron Shirasu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shirasu is affiliated with Kuakini Medical Center, Pali Momi Medical Center, Straub Benioff 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 Myron Shirasu accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Myron Shirasu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Myron Shirasu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shirasu's office at (808) 523-8611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Myron Shirasu?
Please contact Dr. Shirasu's office at (808) 523-8611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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