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Dr. Kathleen Morimoto-Nishioka, MD

Pediatrician

Kaneohe, HI

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka, Pediatrician in Kaneohe, HI?

    Dr. Kathleen Morimoto-Nishioka, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Kaneohe, HI. She has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka completed her residency at Loma Linda University. Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka’s office at (808) 432-2000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka?

    Dr. Kathleen Morimoto-Nishioka, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Kaneohe, HI community, Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Loma Linda University

    What languages does Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka speak?

    Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka 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. Morimoto-Nishioka. 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 Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka 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. Morimoto-Nishioka. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka accept my insurance?

    Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 432-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka accept in Kaneohe, HI?

    Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka in Kaneohe, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Quest

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    Where is Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Morimoto-Nishioka's Primary Practice

    45-602 Kamehameha Hwy

    Kaneohe, HI 96744

    (808) 432-2000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346257482.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka?

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

    What is Dr. Kathleen Morimoto-Nishioka's specialty?

    Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka is a Pediatrician near Kaneohe, HI.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Kathleen Morimoto-Nishioka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Moanalua 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

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    Is Dr. Kathleen Morimoto-Nishioka accepting new patients in Kaneohe, HI?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Morimoto-Nishioka is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Morimoto-Nishioka offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka's office at (808) 432-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathleen Morimoto-Nishioka?

    Please contact Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka's office at (808) 432-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka's office located?

    Dr. Morimoto-Nishioka's office is located in Kaneohe, HI.