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Dr. John Kamau, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist

Wauseon, OH

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kamau, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Wauseon, OH?

    Dr. John Kamau, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wauseon, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Kamau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kamau’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kamau’s office at (419) 330-2605.

    Where did Dr. Kamau go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, Nairobi Kenya

    Is Dr. Kamau board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Kamau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kamau speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kamau typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kamau 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. Kamau. 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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kamau typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Kamau may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kamau's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kamau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kamau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 330-2605 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kamau accept in Wauseon, OH?

    Dr. Kamau in Wauseon, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kamau's office located?

    Dr. John Kamau's Primary Practice

    725 S Shoop Ave

    Wauseon, OH 43567

    (419) 330-2605

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    Dr. John Kamau's Practice 2

    885 N Sandusky Ave

    Upper Sandusky, OH 43351

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    Dr. John Kamau's Practice 3

    915 W Michigan St

    Sidney, OH 45365

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

    Dr. Kamau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205049012.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kamau?

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

    What is Dr. John Kamau's specialty?

    Dr. Kamau is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Wauseon, OH.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. John Kamau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kamau is affiliated with Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Parkview Bryan Hospital, Parkview Regional Medical Center, Lutheran Hospital - Indiana, Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. John Kamau accepting new patients in Wauseon, OH?

    Yes, Dr. John Kamau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Kamau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kamau's office at (419) 330-2605 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Kamau?

    Please contact Dr. Kamau's office at (419) 330-2605 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kamau's office located?

    Dr. Kamau's offices are located in Wauseon, OH, Upper Sandusky, OH, and Sidney, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Kamau have?

    Dr. John Kamau is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.