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Dr. Arthur Watanabe, MD

Bellingham, WA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Watanabe, Pain Medicine Specialist in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Arthur Watanabe, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Watanabe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watanabe’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. Watanabe’s office at (360) 752-0518.

    What languages does Dr. Watanabe speak?

    Dr. Watanabe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Watanabe treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Ankle Arthritis
    • Foot Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
    • M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Tendon Disorder
    • Left Shoulder Tendon Disorder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Shoulder Tendonitis
    • Right Shoulder Tendinopathy
    • Right Shoulder Tendon Injury
    • Left Shoulder Tendonitis
    • Left Shoulder Tendinopathy
    • Left Shoulder Tendon Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M67813: Other specified disorders of tendon, right shoulder
    • M67814: Other specified disorders of tendon, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon
    • Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
    • Right partial shoulder tendon tear
    • Right rotator cuff strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Limb Imaging
    • Abnormal arm scan
    • Unusual leg imaging
    • Limb scan findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R936: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of limbs

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Which procedures does Dr. Watanabe perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Does Dr. Watanabe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Watanabe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 752-0518 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Watanabe accept in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Watanabe in Bellingham, WA 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicaid

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Seaside Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Watanabe's office located?

    Dr. Arthur Watanabe's Primary Practice

    4029 Northwest Ave Ste 301

    Bellingham, WA 98226

    (360) 752-0518

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    Dr. Arthur Watanabe's Practice 2

    20700 Bond Rd NE

    Poulsbo, WA 98370

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    Dr. Arthur Watanabe's Practice 3

    1100 9th Ave

    Seattle, WA 98101

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    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 1295804748.

    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. Arthur Watanabe's specialty?

    Dr. Watanabe is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Bellingham, WA. Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions. Contact Dr. Watanabe to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Arthur Watanabe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Watanabe is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Arthur Watanabe accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Arthur Watanabe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arthur Watanabe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watanabe's office at (360) 752-0518 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arthur Watanabe?

    Please contact Dr. Watanabe's office at (360) 752-0518 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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