Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ando, Gastroenterologist in Federal Way, WA?
Dr. Yumi Ando, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Federal Way, WA. Dr. Ando is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ando’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ando’s office at (253) 874-7557.
What languages does Dr. Ando speak?
Dr. Ando and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ando typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ando 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. Ando. 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:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ando typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ando 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. Ando. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Ando accept my insurance?
Dr. Ando accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 874-7557 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ando accept in Federal Way, WA?
Dr. Ando in Federal Way, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Ando's office located?
What is Dr. Ando's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ando's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295001634.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ando?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ando
What is Dr. Yumi Ando's specialty?
Dr. Ando is a Gastroenterologist near Federal Way, WA.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Yumi Ando affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ando is affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, Overlake Hospital Medical Center, St. Michael Medical Center, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, Bellevue Medical Center, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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 Yumi Ando accepting new patients in Federal Way, WA?
Yes, Dr. Yumi Ando is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yumi Ando offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ando's office at (253) 874-7557 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yumi Ando?
Please contact Dr. Ando's office at (253) 874-7557 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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