Dr. Kara Motonaga, MD
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Motonaga, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Kara Motonaga, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Motonaga graduated from Albert Einstein and completed her residency at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Dr. Motonaga is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Motonaga’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Motonaga’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Motonaga go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford Hospital & Clinics-Room HC 435, Stanford, CA
Residency: Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Medical School: Albert Einstein | Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Motonaga board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kara Motonaga, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Pediatrics since 2010, American Board of Pediatrics since 2007
What languages does Dr. Motonaga speak?
Dr. Motonaga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Motonaga treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Motonaga 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. Motonaga. 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:
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Fast Heartbeat
- Long QT Syndrome
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Complete Heart Block
- Heart Palpitations
- Pre-excitation Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Jervell and Lange-Nielsen syndrome
- Romano-Ward syndrome
- Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
- Rapid Heart Rate
- LQTS
- Jervell and Lange-Nielsen Syndrome
- Romano-Ward Syndrome
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast Ventricular Rhythm
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome
- WPW Syndrome
- Fast heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- I4719: Other supraventricular tachycardia
- I4581: Long QT syndrome
- I4729: Other ventricular tachycardia
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- R002: Palpitations
- I456: Pre-excitation syndrome
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
Also known as:
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
ICD-10 Codes:
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Family History of Heart Disease
- Family History
- Heart Disease
- Hereditary heart disease risk
- Genetic predisposition to heart problems
- Heart conditions in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Family History of Sudden Cardiac Death
- Family History
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Genetic risk for sudden cardiac arrest
- Hereditary sudden heart death
- Sudden heart death in family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8241: Family history of sudden cardiac death
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
What procedures does Dr. Motonaga perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Motonaga 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. Motonaga. 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:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Does Dr. Motonaga accept my insurance?
Dr. Motonaga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Motonaga accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Motonaga in Palo Alto, CA 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 Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
City of Hartford
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Kaiser Permanente
Partnership Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Motonaga's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
Cardiac resynchronization therapy for pediatric patients with heart failure
Circulation, 2014
Diagnosis and Magement of Pediatric Brugada Syndrome: A Survey of Pediatric Electrophysiologists
PACE-PACING AND CLINICAL ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY, 2014
In-hospital arrhythmia development and outcomes in pediatric patients with acute myocarditis.
American jourl of cardiology, 2014
Electrophysiologic therapeutics in heart failure in adult congenital heart disease.
Heart failure clinics, 2014
Do pediatric electrophysiologists read pre
jourl of pediatrics, 2013
The effects of ketamine on dexmedetomidine-induced electrophysiologic changes in children.
Paediatric aesthesia, 2013
Infant Ventricular Fibrillation After ST-Segment Changes and QRS Widening
Circulation. Arrhythmia and electrophysiology, 2013
Insights into dyssynchrony in Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
HEART RHYTHM, 2012
Are wide complex tachycardia algorithms applicable in children
JOURL OF ELECTROCARDIOLOGY, 2010
What is Dr. Motonaga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Motonaga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073709648.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Motonaga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Motonaga
What is Dr. Kara Motonaga's specialty?
Dr. Motonaga is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Palo Alto, CA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Motonaga to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kara Motonaga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Motonaga is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro 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
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Is Kara Motonaga accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kara Motonaga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Motonaga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Motonaga's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Motonaga?
Please contact Dr. Motonaga's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Motonaga have?
Dr. Kara Motonaga is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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