Summary

Interventional cardiology is the focus of Dr. Akira Nishikawa's practice, with 50 years of experience treating breathing problems, hypertension, and dyspnea. Dr. Nishikawa also performs electrocardiograms, transthoracic echocardiograms, and contrast echocardiography, and is affiliated with Kindred Hospital Houston Medical Center.

Dr. Nishikawa earned their medical degree from Keio University School of Medicine and completed a residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. They see patients in Houston, Texas, speak English and Spanish, and are rated 4.58 out of 5 by patients on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 50 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Kansas Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 4 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Akira Nishikawa

5115 Fannin St Ste 801Houston, TX 77004
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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CardiologyCardiologyCardiologyCardiology
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4.6 
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50 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Urdu, Hindi, Vietnamese Speaks English, Hindi, Bengali
Houston , TXHouston , TXHumble , TXHumble , TX
Med School: Keio University School Of Medicine Med School: UT Southwestern Med School: Stanley Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Akira Nishikawa

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Community Health Choice
  • Devoted Health
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Memorial Hermann
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Akira Nishikawa has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Akira Nishikawa has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Cardiologist
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Internal Medicine
  • Interventional Cardiology

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Akira Nishikawa holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Kansas Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Keio University School Of Medicine in 1977 and Keio University in 1976.

NPI Number

Akira Nishikawa's NPI number is 1588695019.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Akira Nishikawa accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Akira Nishikawa has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Akira Nishikawa accept my insurance?
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Is Akira Nishikawa accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Akira Nishikawa affiliated with?
Akira Nishikawa is affiliated with Kindred Hospital Houston Medical Center.
Where is Akira Nishikawa's office located?
Akira Nishikawa's office is located at 5115 Fannin St Ste 801, Houston, TX, 77004.

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