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Dr. Joe Nakagawa, MD

Manhattan Beach, CA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nakagawa, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Manhattan Beach, CA?

    Dr. Joe Nakagawa, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Manhattan Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Nakagawa graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Nakagawa is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakagawa’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakagawa’s office at (310) 939-7873.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Emergency Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

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

    Is Dr. Nakagawa board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joe Nakagawa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nakagawa speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does Dr. Nakagawa treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nakagawa 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. Nakagawa. 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, 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:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Lung Disorder
    • Other Breathing Conditions
    • Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
    • Specific Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J988: Other specified respiratory disorders

    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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Nakagawa perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joe Nakagawa may include:

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    Does Dr. Nakagawa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nakagawa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 939-7873 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nakagawa accept in Manhattan Beach, CA?

    Dr. Nakagawa in Manhattan Beach, 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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nakagawa's office located?

    Dr. Joe Nakagawa's Primary Practice

    855 Manhattan Beach Blvd Ste 101

    Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

    (310) 939-7873

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    Dr. Joe Nakagawa's Practice 2

    514 N Prospect Ave Fl 4

    Redondo Beach, CA 90277

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    Dr. Joe Nakagawa's Practice 3

    3330 Lomita Blvd

    Torrance, CA 90505

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

    Dr. Nakagawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346257854.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakagawa?

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

    What is Dr. Joe Nakagawa's specialty?

    Dr. Nakagawa is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Manhattan Beach, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Nakagawa to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joe Nakagawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nakagawa is affiliated with Torrance Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Joe Nakagawa accepting new patients in Manhattan Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joe Nakagawa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joe Nakagawa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nakagawa's office at (310) 939-7873 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joe Nakagawa?

    Please contact Dr. Nakagawa's office at (310) 939-7873 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joe Nakagawa have?

    Dr. Joe Nakagawa is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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