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Dr. Lynn Nakamura, MD

Physiatrist

Washington, DC

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nakamura, Physiatrist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Lynn Nakamura, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Nakamura is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakamura’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakamura’s office at (202) 877-1000.

    What languages does Dr. Nakamura speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Nakamura typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Nakamura 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. Nakamura. 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 Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Cramps
    • Muscle Spasms
    • Charley Horse
    • Leg Cramps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R252: Cramp and spasm

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Nakamura typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Lynn Nakamura may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nakamura accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nakamura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nakamura accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Nakamura in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nakamura's office located?

    Dr. Lynn Nakamura's Primary Practice

    102 Irving St NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (202) 877-1000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nakamura affiliated with?

    Dr. Nakamura has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente - Sacramento Medical Center,Sacramento, CA
    Kaiser Permanente - Roseville Medical Center,Roseville, CA

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

    Dr. Nakamura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467631697.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakamura?

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

    What is Dr. Lynn Nakamura's specialty?

    Dr. Nakamura is a Physiatrist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Lynn Nakamura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Nakamura is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Sacramento Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente - Roseville Medical Center. 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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. Lynn Nakamura accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Lynn Nakamura is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lynn Nakamura offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nakamura's office at (202) 877-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lynn Nakamura?

    Please contact Dr. Nakamura's office at (202) 877-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nakamura's office located?

    Dr. Nakamura's office is located in Washington, DC.