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Dr. John Watabe, MD

Honolulu, HI

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Watabe, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. John Watabe, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Watabe completed his residency at Tripler Army Med Center. Dr. Watabe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watabe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watabe’s office at (808) 432-7369.

    Where did Dr. Watabe go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Tripler Army Med Center

    Is Dr. Watabe board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Watabe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Watabe speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Watabe typically treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Watabe 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. Watabe. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Watabe typically perform?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Watabe may include:

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

    Does Dr. Watabe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Watabe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 432-7369 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Watabe accept in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Watabe in Honolulu, HI 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 Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Farm Bureau Health Plans

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • HealthRight Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Watabe's office located?

    Dr. John Watabe's Primary Practice

    3288 Moanalua Rd

    Honolulu, HI 96819

    (808) 432-7369

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    Dr. John Watabe's Practice 2

    45-602 Kamehameha Hwy

    Kaneohe, HI 96744

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    Dr. John Watabe's Practice 3

    2828 Paa St

    Honolulu, HI 96819

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

    Dr. Watabe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083651087.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watabe?

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

    What is Dr. John Watabe's specialty?

    Dr. Watabe is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Honolulu, HI.

    What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?

    A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.

    Is this Dr. John Watabe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Watabe is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Marion Va Medical Center, Cheyenne Va Medical Center, Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta Va Medical Center, Mann - Grandstaff Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Minneapolis Va Medical Center, Grand Junction Va 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 Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist. 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 John Watabe accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?

    Yes, Dr. John Watabe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Watabe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watabe's office at (808) 432-7369 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Watabe?

    Please contact Dr. Watabe's office at (808) 432-7369 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Watabe have?

    Dr. John Watabe is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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