Summary

Dr. Fernando Kawai specializes in geriatric medicine, internal medicine, and hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from Universidade De Sao Paulo Faculdade De Medicina in Brazil and brings 28 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Kawai speaks English fluently.

Dr. Kawai practices in Flushing and Briarwood, New York, where he focuses on caring for patients with complex medical conditions. He treats conditions such as sepsis and high blood pressure with particular expertise in managing these issues in older adults. His practice emphasizes hospice care and palliative care services, helping patients and families navigate end-of-life decisions with compassion and dignity.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 28 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Universidade De Sao Paulo Faculdade De Medicina Sao Paulo (Fmsp-Usp)
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Fernando Kawai has 2 locations

New York Hospital Queens Occupational And Physical Therapy

5645 Main StFlushing, NY 11355
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

Dr. Fernando Kawai

56-45 Main StreetBriarwood, NY 11435

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Flushing , NYNew York , NYBrooklyn , NYRAHWAY , NJ
Med School: Universidade De Sao Paulo Faculdade De Medicina Sao Paulo (Fmsp-Usp) Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Fernando Kawai

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Amida Care
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Partners Health Plan
  • Senior Whole Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Fernando Kawai has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Fernando Kawai has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Geriatric Medicine (internal Medicine)
  • Hospice & Palliative Med (internal Med)
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. Fernando Kawai holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Universidade De Sao Paulo Faculdade De Medicina Sao Paulo (Fmsp-Usp) in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Kawai's NPI number is 1164682811.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Fernando Kawai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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What languages does Dr. Fernando Kawai speak?
Dr. Fernando Kawai speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Fernando Kawai?
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Where is Dr. Fernando Kawai's office located?
Dr. Fernando Kawai's office is located at 5645 Main St, Flushing, NY, 11355.
Does Dr. Fernando Kawai accept my insurance?
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