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Dr. Alfred Yamamoto, MD

Lakewood, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yamamoto, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Lakewood, CA?

    Dr. Alfred Yamamoto, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Yamamoto graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Yamamoto is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamamoto’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamamoto’s office at (562) 602-6737.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | University Of California-San Francisco

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Yamamoto board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alfred Yamamoto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Yamamoto speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Yamamoto treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Yamamoto 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. Yamamoto. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Does Dr. Yamamoto accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yamamoto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 602-6737 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yamamoto accept in Lakewood, CA?

    Dr. Yamamoto in Lakewood, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthSmart

    • Molina

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yamamoto's office located?

    Dr. Alfred Yamamoto's Primary Practice

    3700 South St

    Lakewood, CA 90712

    (562) 602-6737

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    Dr. Alfred Yamamoto's Practice 2

    12601 Garden Grove Blvd

    Garden Grove, CA 92843

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    Dr. Alfred Yamamoto's Practice 3

    2374 E Pacifica Pl

    Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220

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

    Dr. Yamamoto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457387417.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamamoto?

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

    What is Dr. Alfred Yamamoto's specialty?

    Dr. Yamamoto is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Lakewood, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Yamamoto to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alfred Yamamoto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yamamoto is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Lakeland Regional Health 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

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    Is Alfred Yamamoto accepting new patients in Lakewood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alfred Yamamoto is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alfred Yamamoto offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yamamoto's office at (562) 602-6737 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alfred Yamamoto?

    Please contact Dr. Yamamoto's office at (562) 602-6737 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alfred Yamamoto have?

    Dr. Alfred Yamamoto is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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