Dr. Hirotomo Nakahara
Boston, MA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nakahara, Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Hirotomo Nakahara is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nakahara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakahara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakahara’s office at (617) 732-5000.
What languages does Dr. Nakahara speak?
Dr. Nakahara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nakahara typically treat?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nakahara 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. Nakahara. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Hemochromatosis from Transfusions
- Hemochromatosis
- Transfusional Hemochromatosis
- Secondary Hemochromatosis
- Iron Overload from Blood Transfusions
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83111: Hemochromatosis due to repeated red blood cell transfusions
What procedures does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nakahara typically perform?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nakahara 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. Nakahara. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Does Dr. Nakahara accept my insurance?
Dr. Nakahara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nakahara accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Nakahara in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Maine
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Where is Dr. Nakahara's office located?
What is Dr. Nakahara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nakahara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467986521.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakahara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nakahara
What is Dr. Hirotomo Nakahara's specialty?
Dr. Nakahara is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA.
What does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist do?
A physician specializing in blood banking/transfusion medicine ensures an adequate blood supply, prioritizes the safety of both donors and recipients, and oversees appropriate blood utilization. They conduct pre-transfusion compatibility and antibody testing to maximize the safety of blood transfusions. This specialist directs the preparation and safe administration of specific blood components, including red and white blood cells, platelets, plasma constituents, as well as marrow or stem cells for transplantation.
Is this Dr. Hirotomo Nakahara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nakahara is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital 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
When to see a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Hirotomo Nakahara accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Hirotomo Nakahara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hirotomo Nakahara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nakahara's office at (617) 732-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hirotomo Nakahara?
Please contact Dr. Nakahara's office at (617) 732-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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