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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuwama, Family Medicine Specialist in Edgewater, NJ?
Dr. Chika Kuwama, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Edgewater, NJ. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Kuwama completed her residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Kuwama is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuwama’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuwama’s office at (201) 581-8553.
Where did Dr. Kuwama go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Tokyo University, Fac of Med, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, Japan
What languages does Dr. Kuwama speak?
Dr. Kuwama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Kuwama treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kuwama 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. Kuwama. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unclear Mammogram
- Mammography
- Mammograms
- Inconclusive breast screening
- Mammogram needs further testing
- Uncertain mammogram result
ICD-10 Codes:
- R922: Inconclusive mammogram
Which procedures does Dr. Kuwama perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Chika Kuwama may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kuwama's office.
Does Dr. Kuwama accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuwama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 581-8553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuwama accept in Edgewater, NJ?
Dr. Kuwama in Edgewater, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kuwama's office located?
Dr. Chika Kuwama's Primary Practice
725 River Rd Ste 214
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 581-8553
Ratings & Reviews
1.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Diagnosis
20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Chika Kuwama a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Kuwama has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Kuwama, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Kuwama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kuwama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275673907.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuwama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuwama
What is Dr. Chika Kuwama's specialty?
Dr. Kuwama is a Family Medicine Specialist near Edgewater, NJ. 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. Contact Dr. Kuwama to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chika Kuwama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuwama is affiliated with Englewood Hospital, Holy Name 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
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Is Chika Kuwama accepting new patients in Edgewater, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Chika Kuwama is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chika Kuwama offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuwama's office at (201) 581-8553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chika Kuwama?
Please contact Dr. Kuwama's office at (201) 581-8553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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