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Dr. Atsuko Yamahiro, MD

Waterbury, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yamahiro, Internist in Waterbury, CT?

    Dr. Atsuko Yamahiro, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Waterbury, CT. Dr. Yamahiro is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamahiro’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamahiro’s office at (203) 573-6162.

    What languages does Dr. Yamahiro speak?

    Dr. Yamahiro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Yamahiro typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Yamahiro 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. Yamahiro. 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:

    • 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 High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Yamahiro typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Atsuko Yamahiro may include:

    Please contact Dr. Yamahiro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Yamahiro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yamahiro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 573-6162 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yamahiro accept in Waterbury, CT?

    Dr. Yamahiro in Waterbury, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Yamahiro's office located?

    Dr. Atsuko Yamahiro's Primary Practice

    64 Robbins St

    Waterbury, CT 06708

    (203) 573-6162

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    What is Dr. Yamahiro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Yamahiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730524653.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamahiro?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yamahiro

    What is Dr. Atsuko Yamahiro's specialty?

    Dr. Yamahiro is a Internist near Waterbury, CT.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Atsuko Yamahiro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yamahiro is affiliated with Uconn Health Waterbury Hospital, Saint Mary's Hospital - Waterbury, Ct, Midstate Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Atsuko Yamahiro accepting new patients in Waterbury, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Atsuko Yamahiro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Atsuko Yamahiro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yamahiro's office at (203) 573-6162 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Atsuko Yamahiro?

    Please contact Dr. Yamahiro's office at (203) 573-6162 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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