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Who is Dr. Takeoka, Pediatric Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Masanori Takeoka, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Takeoka graduated from Keio University and completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital Program. He is a member of the International Association of HealthCare Professionals. Dr. Takeoka is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Takeoka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Takeoka’s office at (617) 355-6388.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Takeoka?
Dr. Masanori Takeoka, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist 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. Takeoka empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Takeoka is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Takeoka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Boston Children's Hospital - Boston, MA | Boston Children?s Hospital | Boston Children's Hospital, Fellow:Neurophysiology, Clinical
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: Keio University | Keio University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Takeoka board certified as a Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Masanori Takeoka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Takeoka speak?
Dr. Takeoka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Takeoka typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Takeoka 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. Takeoka. 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:
- Intractable Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Intractable Epilepsy
- Seizures
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Drug-resistant generalized epilepsy
- Refractory generalized seizures
- Hard-to-treat generalized epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Recurrent seizures
- Drug-resistant epilepsy
- Refractory epilepsy
- Hard-to-treat epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40419: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40804: Other epilepsy, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G4089: Other seizures
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Takeoka typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Masanori Takeoka may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Takeoka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Takeoka accept my insurance?
Dr. Takeoka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6388 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Takeoka accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Takeoka in Boston, MA 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 Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Takeoka's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
International Association of HealthCare Professionals
Member
Awards
Research Clinical Fellowship Award, Epilepsy Foundation
Research Grant, National Epifellow Foundation
What is Dr. Takeoka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Takeoka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780602227.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Takeoka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Takeoka
What is Dr. Masanori Takeoka's specialty?
Dr. Takeoka is a Pediatric Neurologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Masanori Takeoka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Takeoka is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Children's 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
When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Masanori Takeoka accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Masanori Takeoka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Masanori Takeoka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Takeoka's office at (617) 355-6388 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Masanori Takeoka?
Please contact Dr. Takeoka's office at (617) 355-6388 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Masanori Takeoka have?
Dr. Masanori Takeoka is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Pediatrics.
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