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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ishihara, Endocrinologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Kent Ishihara, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ishihara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ishihara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ishihara’s office at (916) 734-3730.
Where did Dr. Ishihara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Ishihara board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Kent Ishihara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ishihara speak?
Dr. Ishihara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Ishihara typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Ishihara 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. Ishihara. 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:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
- Papillary Thyroid Cancer
- Follicular Thyroid Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85850: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of thyroid
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Ishihara typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Ishihara performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ishihara. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Ishihara accept my insurance?
Dr. Ishihara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-3730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ishihara accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Ishihara in Sacramento, 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
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ishihara's office located?
What is Dr. Ishihara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ishihara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679658280.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ishihara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ishihara
What is Dr. Kent Ishihara's specialty?
Dr. Ishihara is a Endocrinologist near Sacramento, CA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Kent Ishihara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ishihara is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center 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 Kent Ishihara accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kent Ishihara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kent Ishihara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ishihara's office at (916) 734-3730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kent Ishihara?
Please contact Dr. Ishihara's office at (916) 734-3730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kent Ishihara have?
Dr. Kent Ishihara is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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