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Dr. John Yamashita, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Mission Hills, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yamashita, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Mission Hills, CA?

    Dr. John Yamashita, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Mission Hills, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Yamashita graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Cedars Sinai Med Center. Dr. Yamashita is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamashita’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamashita’s office at (818) 898-4412.

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

    • Residency: Cedars Sinai Med Center | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    • Medical School: Mechanical Engineering

    What languages does Dr. Yamashita speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Yamashita typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Yamashita 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. Yamashita. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Yamashita typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Yamashita may include:

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

    Does Dr. Yamashita accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yamashita accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 898-4412 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yamashita accept in Mission Hills, CA?

    Dr. Yamashita in Mission Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Yamashita's office located?

    Dept Of Pathology

    15031 Rinaldi St

    Mission Hills, CA 91345

    (818) 898-4412

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    Dr. John Yamashita's Practice 2

    501 S Buena Vista St

    Burbank, CA 91505

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

    Dr. Yamashita's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558355024.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamashita?

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

    What is Dr. John Yamashita's specialty?

    Dr. Yamashita is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Mission Hills, CA.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Yamashita is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital 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

    When to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist. 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 Dr. John Yamashita accepting new patients in Mission Hills, CA?

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

    Does Dr. John Yamashita offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yamashita's office at (818) 898-4412 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Yamashita?

    Please contact Dr. Yamashita's office at (818) 898-4412 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Yamashita's office located?

    Dr. Yamashita's offices are located in Mission Hills, CA and Burbank, CA.