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MRS. KAREN J NAKAMOTO MD
NPI 1770645988
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Hilo, HI

Active since December 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82 PUUHONU PLACE, SUITE 208, HILO, HI 96720(808) 935-7765(808) 969-7990 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 24, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Mrs. Karen J Nakamoto Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MRS. KAREN J NAKAMOTO MD (NPI 1770645988) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Hilo, Hawaii, licensed in Hawaii (MD9461) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Hawaii John A. Burns School Of Medicine (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770645988
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207V00000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. KAREN J NAKAMOTOCredential: MD
Location Address82 PUUHONU PLACE, SUITE 208Hilo, HI 96720
Mailing Address82 Puuhonu Place, Suite 208Hilo, HI 96720 · (808) 935-7765 · Fax (808) 969-7990
Phone(808) 935-7765
Fax(808) 969-7990
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Hawaii John A. Burns School Of MedicineGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateDecember 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 24, 2007
✔ NPI 1770645988 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207V00000X
License✔ Licensed in HI · MD9461
Definition

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

82 PUUHONU PLACE, Hilo, HI 96720
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Other Identifiers 4

Other207563HI · Hmsa
Medicare UPINF29395
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedH0000BFBWXHI
Medicaid07879801HI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HMSA.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mrs. Karen J Nakamoto Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1557432788
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080616000798
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
325 services295 patients
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101
This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
161 services161 patients
Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory Q0091
A Papanicolaou smear, often called a Pap smear, is a test to check for changes in cells. A small sample is gently collected from the lower region and sent to a lab for examination. This helps in early detection of potential health issues.
145 services145 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 96720 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$136.68 typical visit price
range $60.53 – $180.05
Typical copayment $34.17 (range $15.13 – $45.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$74.92 typical visit price
range $20.09 – $147.56
Typical copayment $18.73 (range $5.02 – $36.89)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

RAYMOND WM LEE MD
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
82 PUUHONU PLACE, SUITE 208
HILO, HI 96720
Hawaii County (808) 935-7765
LISA KIYO HIRONAGA
Pharmacist
82 PUUHONU PLACE, 103
HILO, HI 96720
Hawaii County (808) 961-9267
PUNAHELE ASSOCIATES, LLC
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
82 PUUHONU PLACE, STE 100
HILO, HI 96720
Hawaii County (808) 969-9669

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Karen Nakamoto's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Nakamoto is 1770645988. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 14, 2006.

Where is Karen Nakamoto located?

Karen Nakamoto practices at 82 Puuhonu Place Suite 208, Hilo, HI 96720. The listed phone number is (808) 935-7765.

What is Karen Nakamoto's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Karen Nakamoto enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Nakamoto is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Karen Nakamoto accept?

Health plans from HMSA list Karen Nakamoto as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Nakamoto was last updated on October 24, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.