34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Takehara, Rheumatologist in Fontana, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Takehara?
Dr. Michael Takehara, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Takehara empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Autoimmune Disease, Lupus/SLE, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fontana, CA community, Dr. Takehara is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Takehara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Rush | Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Takehara board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Takehara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Takehara speak?
Dr. Takehara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Takehara typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Takehara 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. Takehara. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Takehara typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Takehara may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Takehara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Takehara accept my insurance?
Dr. Takehara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 427-3910 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Takehara accept in Fontana, CA?
Dr. Takehara in Fontana, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Takehara's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Takehara affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Takehara has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Takehara's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Takehara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194884759.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Takehara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Takehara