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14 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yamada, Cardiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Ko Yamada, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Yamada graduated from University of California. Dr. Yamada is fluent in English, Samoan, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamada’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamada’s office at (323) 857-3290.
Where did Dr. Yamada go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Yamada board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Ko Yamada, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yamada speak?
Dr. Yamada and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Samoan
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Yamada typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Yamada 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. Yamada. 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:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Yamada typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ko Yamada may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Yamada's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yamada accept my insurance?
Dr. Yamada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 857-3290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yamada accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Yamada in Los Angeles, 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
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yamada's office located?
What is Dr. Yamada's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yamada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508046897.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamada?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yamada
What is Dr. Ko Yamada's specialty?
Dr. Yamada is a Cardiologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Ko Yamada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yamada is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ko Yamada accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ko Yamada is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ko Yamada offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yamada's office at (323) 857-3290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ko Yamada?
Please contact Dr. Yamada's office at (323) 857-3290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ko Yamada have?
Dr. Ko Yamada is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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