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Dr. Makoto Nishimura, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nishimura, Gastroenterologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Makoto Nishimura, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Nishimura is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nishimura’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nishimura’s office at (212) 639-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Nishimura speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nishimura treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Nishimura 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. Nishimura. 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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Cancer
    • Gastric Cancer
    • Stomach Carcinoma
    • Cardia Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C160: Malignant neoplasm of cardia

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
    • Digestive Disease
    • Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
    • GI growth of unknown type
    • Indeterminate digestive mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    What procedures does Dr. Nishimura perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Nishimura 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. Nishimura. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
    • Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
    • Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Injections
    • Upper Endoscopy with Mucosal Resection
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
    • Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
    • EGD with Balloon Widening
    • EGD with Submucosal Injections
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Injections
    • Stomach Scope with Medication
    • EGD with Mucosal Resection
    • Endoscopic Removal of Esophageal Lesion
    • Flexible Endoscopy with Tissue Removal
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
    • 43236: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 43254: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic mucosal resection
    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound (EUS)
    • Upper Endoscopy with Tumor Ablation
    • EGD with endoscopic ultrasound
    • Esophageal ultrasound
    • Stomach ultrasound endoscopy
    • Duodenal ultrasound endoscopy
    • EGD with Ablation
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Ablation
    • Flexible Endoscopy Lesion Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43259: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination, including the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis
    • 43270: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound and Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Transoral EUS-FNA
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43242: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s) (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination of the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis)

    Does Dr. Nishimura accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nishimura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 639-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nishimura accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Nishimura in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • American Maritime Officer (AMO)

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Deutsche Bank

    • Elderplan

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Nishimura's office located?

    Dr. Makoto Nishimura's Primary Practice

    1275 York Ave

    New York, NY 10065

    (212) 639-2000

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

    Dr. Nishimura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083105290.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nishimura?

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

    What is Dr. Makoto Nishimura's specialty?

    Dr. Nishimura is a Gastroenterologist near New York, NY. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Nishimura to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Makoto Nishimura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nishimura is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Baptist Health Lexington 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 Makoto Nishimura accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Makoto Nishimura is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Makoto Nishimura offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nishimura's office at (212) 639-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Makoto Nishimura?

    Please contact Dr. Nishimura's office at (212) 639-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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