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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Nakamura, Physiatrist in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Dennis Nakamura, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified.
Dr. Nakamura is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakamura’s office at (650) 742-2000.
Where did Dr. Nakamura go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Nakamura board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Dennis Nakamura, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Nakamura speak?
Dr. Nakamura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Nakamura typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Dennis Nakamura may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Nakamura's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nakamura accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Nakamura's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Nakamura's office located?
Dr. Dennis Nakamura's Primary Practice
1200 El Camino Real
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 742-2000
What hospitals are Dr. Nakamura affiliated with?
Dr. Nakamura has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center,South San Francisco, CA
What is Dr. Nakamura's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nakamura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841378478.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakamura?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nakamura
What is Dr. Dennis Nakamura's specialty?
Dr. Nakamura is a Physiatrist near South San Francisco, CA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is Dr. Dennis Nakamura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Nakamura is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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.
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Is Dr. Dennis Nakamura accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dennis Nakamura is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dennis Nakamura offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nakamura's office at (650) 742-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dennis Nakamura?
Please contact Dr. Nakamura's office at (650) 742-2000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Nakamura's office located?
Dr. Nakamura's offices are located in South San Francisco, CA and Daly City, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dennis Nakamura have?
Dr. Dennis Nakamura is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.