Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Watanabe, Thoracic Surgeon in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Naruhito Watanabe, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Watanabe completed his residency at Tokyo Women's Medical School. Dr. Watanabe is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watanabe’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watanabe’s office at (650) 724-2925.
Where did Dr. Watanabe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine GA | UCSF - Dept of Surgery CA | Gifu Prefectural General Medical Center, Japan | Tokyo Women's Medical School | Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Tokyo Women's Medical University Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of California, San Francisco and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University | Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA | Gifu Prefectural General Medical Center, Gifu, Japan | Tokyo Women's Medical School, Tokyo | UCSF - Dept of Surgery, San Francisco, CA
Residency: Tokyo Women's Medical School | Cardiovascular Surgery, Tokyo Women's Medical University | Tokyo Women's Medical School, Tokyo
Is Dr. Watanabe board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Naruhito Watanabe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Watanabe speak?
Dr. Watanabe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Watanabe treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Watanabe 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. Watanabe. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Double Aortic Arch
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- DORV
- Vascular Ring
- Two Aortic Arches
- Aortic Arch Anomaly
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q2545: Double aortic arch
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
Also known as:
- Sunken Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Excavatum
- Funnel Chest
- Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q676: Pectus excavatum
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Pigeon Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Carinatum
- Keel Chest
- Protruding Breastbone
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q677: Pectus carinatum
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Watanabe perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Naruhito Watanabe may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Watanabe's office.
Does Dr. Watanabe accept my insurance?
Dr. Watanabe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 724-2925 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Watanabe accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Watanabe in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Partnership Health Plan
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Watanabe's office located?
What is Dr. Watanabe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Watanabe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780911032.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watanabe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watanabe
What is Dr. Naruhito Watanabe's specialty?
Dr. Watanabe is a Thoracic Surgeon near Palo Alto, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Watanabe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Naruhito Watanabe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Watanabe is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Naruhito Watanabe accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Naruhito Watanabe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Naruhito Watanabe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watanabe's office at (650) 724-2925 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Naruhito Watanabe?
Please contact Dr. Watanabe's office at (650) 724-2925 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Naruhito Watanabe have?
Dr. Naruhito Watanabe is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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