Dr. Makoto Kawai, M.D.
Neurology
17+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Makoto Kawai
Makoto Kawai, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Palo Alto, CA.
Specialty Definition
A Psychiatrist or Neurologist who practices Sleep Medicine is certified in the subspecialty of sleep medicine and specializes in the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, management and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of any age and use multidisciplinary approaches. Disorders managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnias, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias and sleep related movement disorders.
29
Years Experience
1
Location
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
NeurologyCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 1997
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | N1706 | Psychiatry & Neurology | — |
| California | C54396 | Psychiatry & Neurology | |
| Texas | N1706 | Psychiatry & Neurology | — |
| California | C54396 | Psychiatry & Neurology | — |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Makoto Kawai
With 17 years of practice, Dr. Makoto Kawai is an established neurology provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 1997. Dr. currently practices at Palo Alto Va Medical Center in Palo Alto, California. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215175856, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Makoto Kawai as a lower-volume neurology provider, treating approximately 378 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 578 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Neurology Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 94304
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Makoto Kawai
What does Dr. Makoto Kawai specialize in?
Dr. Makoto Kawai specializes in Neurology. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Psychiatry & Neurology.
Where does Dr. Makoto Kawai practice?
Dr. Makoto Kawai practices at Palo Alto Va Medical Center in Palo Alto, California.
Does Dr. Makoto Kawai accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Makoto Kawai accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 378 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Makoto Kawai's NPI number?
Dr. Makoto Kawai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215175856. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Makoto Kawai been practicing?
Dr. Makoto Kawai has approximately 17 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 1997.