Dr. Kara Motonaga, MD
Palo Alto, CA
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 1 additional practice location. 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 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 a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Motonaga typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Fast Heartbeat
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Long QT Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Jervell and Lange-Nielsen syndrome
- Romano-Ward syndrome
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
- Rapid Heart Rate
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast Ventricular Rhythm
- LQTS
- Jervell and Lange-Nielsen Syndrome
- Romano-Ward Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I4719: Other supraventricular tachycardia
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- I4729: Other ventricular tachycardia
- I4581: Long QT syndrome
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
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Motonaga typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Molina Healthcare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Motonaga's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
Cardiac resynchronization therapy for pediatric patients with heart failure
, 2014
Diagnosis and Magement of Pediatric Brugada Syndrome: A Survey of Pediatric Electrophysiologists
, 2014
In-hospital arrhythmia development and outcomes in pediatric patients with acute myocarditis.
, 2014
Electrophysiologic therapeutics in heart failure in adult congenital heart disease.
, 2014
Do pediatric electrophysiologists read pre
, 2013
The effects of ketamine on dexmedetomidine-induced electrophysiologic changes in children.
, 2013
Infant Ventricular Fibrillation After ST-Segment Changes and QRS Widening
, 2013
Insights into dyssynchrony in Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
, 2012
Are wide complex tachycardia algorithms applicable in children
, 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.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
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.
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, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital 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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