18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yamamoto, Family Medicine Specialist in Calhoun, GA?
Dr. Christopher James Yamamoto, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Calhoun, GA. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Yamamoto completed his residency at Womack Army Medical Center. Dr. Yamamoto is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamamoto’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamamoto’s office at (706) 625-0333.
Where did Dr. Yamamoto go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Womack Army Medical Center
Medical School: Loma Linda University Med Ctr
Is Dr. Yamamoto board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher James Yamamoto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yamamoto speak?
Dr. Yamamoto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yamamoto typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Yamamoto 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. Yamamoto. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yamamoto typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher James Yamamoto may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Yamamoto's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yamamoto accept my insurance?
Dr. Yamamoto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 625-0333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yamamoto accept in Calhoun, GA?
Dr. Yamamoto in Calhoun, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
Not Specified
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yamamoto's office located?
Dr. Christopher James Yamamoto's Primary Practice
109 Hospital Dr
Calhoun, GA 30701
(706) 625-0333
What is Dr. Yamamoto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yamamoto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164586004.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamamoto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yamamoto
What is Dr. Christopher James Yamamoto's specialty?
Dr. Yamamoto is a Family Medicine Specialist near Calhoun, GA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Christopher James Yamamoto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yamamoto is affiliated with Adventhealth Gordon, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher James Yamamoto accepting new patients in Calhoun, GA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher James Yamamoto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher James Yamamoto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yamamoto's office at (706) 625-0333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher James Yamamoto?
Please contact Dr. Yamamoto's office at (706) 625-0333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher James Yamamoto have?
Dr. Christopher James Yamamoto is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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