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Who is Dr. Morishima, Allergist & Immunologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Chihiro Morishima, MD is an Allergist & Immunologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Morishima graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed her residency at Mercy Hospital (St Louis) Program. Dr. Morishima is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morishima’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morishima’s office at (206) 598-3300.
Where did Dr. Morishima go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Hospital (St Louis) Program
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
What languages does Dr. Morishima speak?
Dr. Morishima and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Allergist & Immunologist like Dr. Morishima typically treat?
As an Allergist & Immunologist, Dr. Morishima 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. Morishima. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Multiple Myeloma in Remission
- Multiple Myeloma in Relapse
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
- Plasma Cell Myeloma in Remission
- Kahler's Disease in Remission
- Myeloma in Remission
- Recurrent multiple myeloma
- Relapsed myeloma
- Myeloma recurrence
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
- C9001: Multiple myeloma in remission
- C9002: Multiple myeloma in relapse
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Light Chain Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis
- AL Amyloidosis
- Primary Amyloidosis
- Immunoglobulin Light Chain Amyloidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8581: Light chain (AL) amyloidosis
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:
- Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia
- Lymphoma
- Waldenstrm macroglobulinemia
- Lymphoplasmacytic Lymphoma
- WM Lymphoma
- Waldenstrom's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- C880: Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia
- C8800: Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia not having achieved remission
What procedures does an Allergist & Immunologist like Dr. Morishima typically perform?
As an Allergist & Immunologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chihiro Morishima may include:
Please contact Dr. Morishima's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Morishima accept my insurance?
Dr. Morishima accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 598-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Morishima accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Morishima in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Morishima's office located?
Dr. Chihiro Morishima's Primary Practice
1959 NE Pacific St
Seattle, WA 98195
(206) 598-3300
What is Dr. Morishima's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Morishima's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295077287.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morishima?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Morishima
What is Dr. Chihiro Morishima's specialty?
Dr. Morishima is a Allergist & Immunologist near Seattle, WA.
What does an Allergist & Immunologist do?
An allergist-immunologist is well-versed in the assessment, physical examination, laboratory diagnosis, and treatment of immune system disorders. These conditions include, but are not limited to, eczema, asthma, anaphylaxis, rhinitis, and adverse reactions to food, medication, and insect stings. Furthermore, they manage immune deficiency diseases, whether acquired or congenital, issues with host defense, and challenges associated with autoimmune diseases, organ transplantation, or immune system malignancies.
Is this Dr. Chihiro Morishima affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Morishima is affiliated with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Uw Medical Center - Montlake which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see an Allergist & Immunologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chihiro Morishima accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Chihiro Morishima is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chihiro Morishima offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Morishima's office at (206) 598-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chihiro Morishima?
Please contact Dr. Morishima's office at (206) 598-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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