Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sakurai, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sakurai?
Dr. Kaori Sakurai, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Geriatric Medicine Specialist 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. Sakurai empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, Preventive Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis, MO community, Dr. Sakurai is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sakurai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Internal Medicine | Barnes-Jewish Hospital | Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa
Is Dr. Sakurai board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kaori Sakurai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sakurai speak?
Dr. Sakurai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Japanese
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sakurai typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sakurai 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. Sakurai. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sakurai typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kaori Sakurai may include:
Please contact Dr. Sakurai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sakurai accept my insurance?
Dr. Sakurai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 273-4275 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sakurai accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Sakurai in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Sakurai's office located?
Dr. Kaori Sakurai's Primary Practice
10 Barnes West Dr Ste 200
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 273-4275
What hospitals are Dr. Sakurai affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Sakurai has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Sakurai's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sakurai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225119530.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sakurai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sakurai