Dr. Richard Kanak, MD
Monterey, CA
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kanak, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Richard Kanak, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Kanak graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kanak is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kanak’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kanak’s office at (831) 582-2100.
Where did Dr. Kanak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Loyola University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kanak board certified as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kanak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kanak speak?
Dr. Kanak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Kanak typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Kanak 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. Kanak. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Other Hypersomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Unspecified Hypersomnia
- Different Types of Hypersomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4719: Other hypersomnia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Kanak typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Kanak may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
Please contact Dr. Kanak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kanak accept my insurance?
Dr. Kanak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 582-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kanak accept in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Kanak in Monterey, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Montage Health
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kanak's office located?
Dr. Richard Kanak's Primary Practice
2 Upper Ragsdale Dr
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 582-2100
What is Dr. Kanak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kanak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508817776.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kanak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kanak
What is Dr. Richard Kanak's specialty?
Dr. Kanak is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Monterey, CA.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Richard Kanak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kanak is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula 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 Richard Kanak accepting new patients in Monterey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kanak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Kanak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kanak's office at (831) 582-2100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Kanak?
Please contact Dr. Kanak's office at (831) 582-2100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Kanak have?
Dr. Richard Kanak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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