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Dr. Nicholas Muraoka, DO
Honolulu, HI
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Muraoka, Pain Medicine Specialist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Nicholas Muraoka, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Muraoka graduated from Touro University - California Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital/Harvard Medical School Program. Dr. Muraoka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muraoka’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muraoka’s office at (808) 531-3511.
Where did Dr. Muraoka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital/Harvard Medical School Program
Medical School: Touro University - California Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Muraoka speak?
Dr. Muraoka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Muraoka treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Muraoka 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. Muraoka. 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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Infusion Pump Management
- Pump Adjustment
- Infusion Device Care
- Drug Delivery Pump Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z451: Encounter for adjustment and management of infusion pump
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
- Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Quadriplegia
- Paralysis
- Tetraplegia
- Four limb paralysis
- Complete paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Which procedures does Dr. Muraoka perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicholas Muraoka may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Muraoka's office.
Does Dr. Muraoka accept my insurance?
Dr. Muraoka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 531-3511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Muraoka accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Muraoka in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American Health Care
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Hawaii (HMSA)
Conifer Health Solutions
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
University Health Alliance
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Where is Dr. Muraoka's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Muraoka's Primary Practice
226 N Kuakini St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 531-3511
What is Dr. Muraoka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Muraoka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295034866.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muraoka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Muraoka
What is Dr. Nicholas Muraoka's specialty?
Dr. Muraoka is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Honolulu, HI. 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. Muraoka to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Muraoka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Muraoka is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: REHAB Hospital of the Pacific. 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
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Is Nicholas Muraoka accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Muraoka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Muraoka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Muraoka's office at (808) 531-3511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Muraoka?
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