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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Furukawa, Internist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Dale Furukawa, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Furukawa completed his residency at St Mary'S Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Furukawa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Furukawa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Furukawa’s office.
Where did Dr. Furukawa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Mary'S Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Mary's Health Center
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo
Is Dr. Furukawa board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Dale Furukawa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Furukawa speak?
Dr. Furukawa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Furukawa typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Furukawa 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. Furukawa. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Furukawa typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Dale Furukawa may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Furukawa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Furukawa accept my insurance?
Dr. Furukawa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Furukawa accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Furukawa in Saint Louis, MO 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 Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Essence Healthcare
Humana
Medicare
Mitchell Family Office
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Furukawa's office located?
What is Dr. Furukawa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Furukawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326060831.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Furukawa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Furukawa
What is Dr. Dale Furukawa's specialty?
Dr. Furukawa is a Internist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Dale Furukawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Furukawa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Lukes Des Peres Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dale Furukawa accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Dale Furukawa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dale Furukawa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Furukawa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dale Furukawa?
Please contact Dr. Furukawa's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dale Furukawa have?
Dr. Dale Furukawa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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