Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuwama, Internist in New York, NY?
Dr. Yuichiro Kuwama, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Kuwama graduated from The University of Tokyo Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Kuwama is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuwama’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuwama’s office at (212) 252-6128.
Where did Dr. Kuwama go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: The University of Tokyo Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Kuwama board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Yuichiro Kuwama, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kuwama speak?
Dr. Kuwama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kuwama typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kuwama 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. Kuwama. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kuwama typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Yuichiro Kuwama may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Kuwama's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kuwama accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuwama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 252-6128 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuwama accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Kuwama in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Nippon Life Insurance Company of America
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kuwama's office located?
Dr. Yuichiro Kuwama's Primary Practice
55 E 34th St Fl 2
New York, NY 10016
(212) 252-6128
What is Dr. Kuwama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kuwama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316910623.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuwama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuwama
What is Dr. Yuichiro Kuwama's specialty?
Dr. Kuwama is a Internist near New York, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Yuichiro Kuwama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuwama is affiliated with Mount Sinai West, The Mount Sinai 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yuichiro Kuwama accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Yuichiro Kuwama is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yuichiro Kuwama offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuwama's office at (212) 252-6128 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yuichiro Kuwama?
Please contact Dr. Kuwama's office at (212) 252-6128 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yuichiro Kuwama have?
Dr. Yuichiro Kuwama is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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