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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kawano, Thoracic Surgeon in Washington, DC?
Dr. Yuji Kawano, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kawano is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kawano’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kawano’s office at (202) 877-7777.
What languages does Dr. Kawano speak?
Dr. Kawano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Kawano treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Kawano 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. Kawano. 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:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Mitral Valve Disorder
- Rheumatic Mitral Valve Narrowing
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Floppy mitral valve', 'Barlow's syndrome
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Problem
- Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
- Narrowed Mitral Valve from Rheumatic Fever
- Chronic Rheumatic Mitral Valve Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I341: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) prolapse
- I349: Nonrheumatic mitral valve disorder, unspecified
- I050: Rheumatic mitral stenosis
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
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
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Leaky Tricuspid Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
- I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Benign Heart Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Heart Disease
- Non-cancerous heart growth
- Benign cardiac mass
- Non-malignant heart tumor
- Benign growth in heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- D151: Benign neoplasm of heart
Also known as:
- Other Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Kawano perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Yuji Kawano may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kawano's office.
Does Dr. Kawano accept my insurance?
Dr. Kawano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-7777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kawano accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Kawano in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kawano's office located?
What is Dr. Kawano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kawano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952876781.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kawano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kawano
What is Dr. Yuji Kawano's specialty?
Dr. Kawano is a Thoracic Surgeon near Washington, DC. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Kawano to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Yuji Kawano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kawano is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Yuji Kawano accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Yuji Kawano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yuji Kawano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kawano's office at (202) 877-7777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yuji Kawano?
Please contact Dr. Kawano's office at (202) 877-7777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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