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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tanaka, Hepatologist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Tomohiro Tanaka, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA. Dr. Tanaka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tanaka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tanaka’s office at (319) 356-1616.
What languages does Dr. Tanaka speak?
Dr. Tanaka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hepatologist like Dr. Tanaka typically treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Tanaka 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. Tanaka. 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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Organ Transplantation
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Primary biliary cholangitis
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Primary biliary cirrhosis
- PBC
- Autoimmune bile duct disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
What procedures does a Hepatologist like Dr. Tanaka typically perform?
As a Hepatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tomohiro Tanaka may include:
- Colonic Polypectomy
- Hepatitis C Testing
- Hepatology Consultation
- Hepatology Follow Up
- Liver Biopsy
- Liver Disease Consultation
- Liver Function Test
- Liver Imaging
Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tanaka accept my insurance?
Dr. Tanaka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-1616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tanaka accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Tanaka in Iowa City, IA 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Line Construction Benefit Fund
Medicaid
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Tanaka's office located?
What is Dr. Tanaka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tanaka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184098667.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tanaka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tanaka
What is Dr. Tomohiro Tanaka's specialty?
Dr. Tanaka is a Hepatologist near Iowa City, IA.
What does a Hepatologist do?
Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case.
Is this Dr. Tomohiro Tanaka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tanaka is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, Graham Hospital, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, Ia, Unitypoint Health - Trinity Rock Island, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics 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 Tomohiro Tanaka accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Tomohiro Tanaka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tomohiro Tanaka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office at (319) 356-1616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tomohiro Tanaka?
Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office at (319) 356-1616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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