Summary

Dr. Kohtaro Ooka treats colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease, and performs colonoscopy, lower GI endoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy as part of his gastroenterology practice. He earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hospital, and completed fellowships at New York University Medical Center and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He sees patients in the Bronx, New York.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • New York University Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Kohtaro Ooka has 3 locations

Montefiore Weiler Hospital

1825 Eastchester RdBronx, NY 10461

New York GI Center, LLC

1200 Waters Pl Ste M117Bronx, NY 10461

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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27 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, French, Arabic Speaks English Speaks English, Cantonese, Chinese, Mandarin, Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin)
Bronx , NYSomers , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai (Medical Education) Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: State University of New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kohtaro Ooka

  • 1199SEIU
  • 1199SEIU - HMO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - IPA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Kohtaro Ooka has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Kohtaro Ooka has the following area of expertise

  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

Kohtaro Ooka holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at New York University Medical Center and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Residency

Completed their residency at Yale New Haven Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai (Medical Education).

NPI Number

Kohtaro Ooka's NPI number is 1003233966.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Kohtaro Ooka speak?
Kohtaro Ooka speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Kohtaro Ooka?
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Where is Kohtaro Ooka's office located?
Kohtaro Ooka's office is located at 1825 Eastchester Rd, Bronx, NY, 10461.
Does Kohtaro Ooka accept my insurance?
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Does Kohtaro Ooka accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Kohtaro Ooka has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards

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