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Dr. Micah Wakamatsu

Anesthesiologist

Harbor City, CA

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wakamatsu, Anesthesiologist in Harbor City, CA?

    Dr. Micah Wakamatsu is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Harbor City, CA. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Wakamatsu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wakamatsu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wakamatsu’s office at (510) 666-0854.

    Is Dr. Wakamatsu board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Micah Wakamatsu is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Wakamatsu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wakamatsu typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wakamatsu 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. Wakamatsu. 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:

    • 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wakamatsu typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Micah Wakamatsu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wakamatsu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wakamatsu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 666-0854 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wakamatsu accept in Harbor City, CA?

    Dr. Wakamatsu in Harbor City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Wakamatsu's office located?

    Dr. Micah Wakamatsu's Primary Practice

    25825 Vermont Ave

    Harbor City, CA 90710

    (510) 666-0854

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

    Dr. Wakamatsu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649462243.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wakamatsu?

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

    What is Dr. Micah Wakamatsu's specialty?

    Dr. Wakamatsu is an Anesthesiologist near Harbor City, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Micah Wakamatsu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wakamatsu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Micah Wakamatsu accepting new patients in Harbor City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Micah Wakamatsu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Micah Wakamatsu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wakamatsu's office at (510) 666-0854 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Micah Wakamatsu?

    Please contact Dr. Wakamatsu's office at (510) 666-0854 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wakamatsu's office located?

    Dr. Wakamatsu's office is located in Harbor City, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Micah Wakamatsu have?

    Dr. Micah Wakamatsu is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.