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Dr. Taku Kambayashi, MD
Philadelphia, PA
15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kambayashi, Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Taku Kambayashi, MD is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Kambayashi graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine. Dr. Kambayashi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kambayashi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kambayashi’s office at (215) 829-3000.
Where did Dr. Kambayashi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Kambayashi board certified as a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Taku Kambayashi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Kambayashi speak?
Dr. Kambayashi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kambayashi typically treat?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kambayashi 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. Kambayashi. 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:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unspecified Abnormal Immune System Marker
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
- Abnormal immune test
- Unexplained immune finding
- Unspecified immunological finding
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
- R769: Abnormal immunological finding in serum, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Beta Thalassemia
- Thalassemia
- Beta thalassemia
- Beta-thalassemia major
- Cooley's anemia
- Thalassemia intermedia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D561: Beta thalassemia
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kambayashi typically perform?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kambayashi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kambayashi. 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:
- Red Blood Cell Apheresis
- Therapeutic Red Blood Cell Exchange
- Red Blood Cell Removal Procedure
- Erythrocytapheresis
CPT Codes:
- 36512: Therapeutic apheresis; for red blood cells
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Apheresis with Immunoadsorption
- Selective Plasma Filtration
- Extracorporeal Immunoadsorption
- Blood Purification Therapy
- Apheresis Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36516: Therapeutic apheresis; with extracorporeal immunoadsorption, selective adsorption or selective filtration and plasma reinfusion
Also known as:
- Collecting Patient's Own Blood Stem Cells for Transplant
- Autologous Stem Cell Harvest
- Blood Stem Cell Collection
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Apheresis
CPT Codes:
- 38206: Blood-derived hematopoietic progenitor cell harvesting for transplantation, per collection; autologous
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Freezing and Storage
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Cryopreservation
- Blood Stem Cell Storage
- Bone Marrow Stem Cell Banking
CPT Codes:
- 38207: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; cryopreservation and storage
Does Dr. Kambayashi accept my insurance?
Dr. Kambayashi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 829-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kambayashi accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Kambayashi in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Kambayashi's office located?
Dr. Taku Kambayashi's Primary Practice
3400 Spruce St Fl 3
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 829-3000
What is Dr. Kambayashi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kambayashi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467519447.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kambayashi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kambayashi
What is Dr. Taku Kambayashi's specialty?
Dr. Kambayashi is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist do?
A physician specializing in blood banking/transfusion medicine ensures an adequate blood supply, prioritizes the safety of both donors and recipients, and oversees appropriate blood utilization. They conduct pre-transfusion compatibility and antibody testing to maximize the safety of blood transfusions. This specialist directs the preparation and safe administration of specific blood components, including red and white blood cells, platelets, plasma constituents, as well as marrow or stem cells for transplantation.
Is this Dr. Taku Kambayashi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kambayashi is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Jefferson Abington Hospital, Paoli 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
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Is Taku Kambayashi accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Taku Kambayashi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Taku Kambayashi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kambayashi's office at (215) 829-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Taku Kambayashi?
Please contact Dr. Kambayashi's office at (215) 829-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Taku Kambayashi have?
Dr. Taku Kambayashi is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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