Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tokita, Nephrologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Joji Tokita, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tokita graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Tokita is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tokita’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tokita’s office at (212) 360-3860.
Where did Dr. Tokita go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Tokita board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Joji Tokita, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tokita speak?
Dr. Tokita and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tokita treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Tokita 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. Tokita. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypernatremia
- High Blood Sodium
- Too Much Sodium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E870: Hyperosmolality and hypernatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
- Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
- Proteinuria Syndrome
- Nephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes
What procedures does Dr. Tokita perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Tokita 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. Tokita. 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.
Also known as:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Does Dr. Tokita accept my insurance?
Dr. Tokita accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 360-3860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tokita accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Tokita in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst
Humana
Medicare
MetroPlus
State of New York
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tokita's office located?
What is Dr. Tokita's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tokita's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669667705.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tokita?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tokita
What is Dr. Joji Tokita's specialty?
Dr. Tokita is a Nephrologist near New York, NY. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Tokita to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joji Tokita affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tokita is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, BronxCare Health System, NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens, Mount Sinai Brooklyn, St. Barnabas Hospital - Bronx 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 Joji Tokita accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joji Tokita is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joji Tokita offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tokita's office at (212) 360-3860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joji Tokita?
Please contact Dr. Tokita's office at (212) 360-3860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joji Tokita have?
Dr. Joji Tokita is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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