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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kawai, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist in Belmont, CA?
Dr. Makoto Kawai, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, who primarily practices in Belmont, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Kawai is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kawai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kawai’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Kawai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kyoto University, Kyoto, Kyoto
Is Dr. Kawai board certified in Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Makoto Kawai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Kawai speak?
Dr. Kawai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Kawai treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, Dr. Kawai 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. Kawai. 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.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Central Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
- CSA
- Brain-Related Sleep Apnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
- G4731: Primary central sleep apnea
Also known as:
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Sleep Disorder
- Excessive Sleepiness with Long Sleep
- REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Restless Legs
- Restless legs syndrome
- RLS
- Willis-Ekbom Disease
- Sleep Problem
- Sleep Disturbance
- Trouble Sleeping
- Idiopathic hypersomnia
- Long sleeper syndrome
- Unexplained excessive sleep
- RBD
- Acting Out Dreams
- Dream Enactment Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
- Parasomnia
- Sleep Problems
- Sleep Disturbances
ICD-10 Codes:
- G2581: Restless legs syndrome
- G479: Sleep disorder, unspecified
- G4711: Idiopathic hypersomnia with long sleep time
- G4752: REM sleep behavior disorder
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
- G4750: Parasomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble Sleeping
- Psychophysiologic Insomnia
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5104: Psychophysiologic insomnia
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Hypersomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Unspecified Hypersomnia
- Different Types of Hypersomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4719: Other hypersomnia
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Narcolepsy
- Sleep Disorder
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Sudden sleep attacks
- Type 2 narcolepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G47419: Narcolepsy without cataplexy
Which procedures does Dr. Kawai perform as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Makoto Kawai may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kawai's office.
Does Dr. Kawai accept my insurance?
Dr. Kawai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kawai accept in Belmont, CA?
Dr. Kawai in Belmont, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kawai's office located?
Dr. Makoto Kawai's Primary Practice
1301 Shoreway Rd Ste 100
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 497-8000
What is Dr. Kawai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kawai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215175856.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kawai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kawai
What is Dr. Makoto Kawai's specialty?
Dr. Kawai is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist near Belmont, CA. A psychiatrist or neurologist practicing Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical assessment, physiological testing, diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists care for patients of all ages and adopt multidisciplinary approaches to treatment. They manage a wide range of conditions, including sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders. Contact Dr. Kawai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Makoto Kawai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kawai is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sequoia Hospital 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 Makoto Kawai accepting new patients in Belmont, CA?
Yes, Dr. Makoto Kawai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Makoto Kawai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kawai's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Makoto Kawai?
Please contact Dr. Kawai's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Makoto Kawai have?
Dr. Makoto Kawai is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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