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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yamazaki, Physiatrist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Michael Yamazaki, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Yamazaki is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamazaki’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamazaki’s office at (808) 522-2639.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yamazaki?
Dr. Michael Yamazaki, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yamazaki empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Honolulu, HI community, Dr. Yamazaki is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Yamazaki speak?
Dr. Yamazaki and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Yamazaki typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Yamazaki 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. Yamazaki. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Left Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
- Left rotator cuff rupture
- Left shoulder tendon tear
- Left shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Yamazaki typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Yamazaki 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. Yamazaki. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
- Tendon Injection
- Ligament Injection
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
CPT Codes:
- 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint Aspiration
- Finger Joint Injection
- Toe Joint Injection
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Yamazaki accept my insurance?
Dr. Yamazaki accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 522-2639 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yamazaki accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Yamazaki in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AlohaCare
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yamazaki's office located?
What is Dr. Yamazaki's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yamazaki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639359813.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamazaki?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yamazaki
What is Dr. Michael Yamazaki's specialty?
Dr. Yamazaki is a Physiatrist near Honolulu, HI.
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 this Dr. Michael Yamazaki affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yamazaki is affiliated with Straub Benioff Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Michael Yamazaki accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Michael Yamazaki is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Yamazaki offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yamazaki's office at (808) 522-2639 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Yamazaki?
Please contact Dr. Yamazaki's office at (808) 522-2639 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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