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Dr. James Ashizawa, MD

Dr. James Ashizawa, MD

San Juan Capistrano, CA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ashizawa, Family Medicine Specialist in San Juan Capistrano, CA?

    Dr. James Ashizawa, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Juan Capistrano, CA. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Ashizawa graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at St Josephs Hosp, Family Medicine. He is a member of the MemorialCare Physician Society. Dr. Ashizawa is fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ashizawa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ashizawa’s office at (949) 661-9611.

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

    • Residency: St Josephs Hosp, Family Medicine | St Joseph Hospital | St Joseph Hospital - Reading | PCOM/St Joseph's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    Is Dr. Ashizawa board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Ashizawa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ashizawa speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ashizawa typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ashizawa 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. Ashizawa. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ashizawa typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ashizawa performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ashizawa. 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:

    • Vasectomy
    • Male Birth Control Surgery
    • Male Sterilization Procedure
    • Semen Analysis After Vasectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Skin Biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion

    Does Dr. Ashizawa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ashizawa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 661-9611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ashizawa accept in San Juan Capistrano, CA?

    Dr. Ashizawa in San Juan Capistrano, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ashizawa's office located?

    Dr. James Ashizawa's Primary Practice

    31001 Rancho Viejo Rd Ste 200

    San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

    (949) 661-9611

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    MemorialCare Physician Society

    Member

    Awards

    Southern California Super Doctors 2008

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

    Dr. Ashizawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588654123.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ashizawa?

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

    What is Dr. James Ashizawa's specialty?

    Dr. Ashizawa is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Juan Capistrano, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. James Ashizawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ashizawa is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 James Ashizawa accepting new patients in San Juan Capistrano, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Ashizawa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Ashizawa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ashizawa's office at (949) 661-9611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Ashizawa?

    Please contact Dr. Ashizawa's office at (949) 661-9611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Ashizawa have?

    Dr. James Ashizawa is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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