Summary

Makoto Iwahara specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine, bringing 46 years of medical experience to patient care. They earned their medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University Alan and Marlene Norton College of Medicine. Iwahara speaks both Spanish and Chinese, helping them connect with a diverse patient population.

Iwahara practices at Lenox Hill Hospital and The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, New York, with additional services available at Manhattan Endoscopy Center. They focus on treating conditions such as colon polyps, abdominal pain, and dyspepsia. Their expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures. Patients have rated Iwahara 4.9 out of 5 stars on average for their care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 46 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med
  • 34 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Makoto Iwahara has 6 locations

Iwahara Makoto Office

120 E 79th St Ofc 1CNew York, NY 10075
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Makoto Iwahara, MD

120 E 79th StNew York, NY 10075

Manhattan Endoscopy Center

535 5th Ave Fl 5New York, NY 10017
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Mount Sinai Hospital

1468 Madison AveNew York, NY 10029

The Mount Sinai Hospital

1 Gustave L Levy PlNew York, NY 10029

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Dr. Makoto IwaharaDr. Michael Dann, MDDr. Kristen Kyong Lee, MDDr. Daniel Perl, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
46 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
New York , NYNEW YORK , NYNEW YORK , NYNEW YORK , NY
Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: State University of New York Med School: Cornell University Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Makoto Iwahara

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Prestige Health Choice
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Makoto Iwahara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Makoto Iwahara has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Makoto Iwahara 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 Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Iwahara's NPI number is 1366627143.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Makoto Iwahara accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Makoto Iwahara has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Makoto Iwahara affiliated with?
Dr. Makoto Iwahara is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital.
Where is Dr. Makoto Iwahara's office located?
Dr. Makoto Iwahara's office is located at 120 E 79th St Ofc 1C, New York, NY, 10075.
What languages does Dr. Makoto Iwahara speak?
Dr. Makoto Iwahara speaks Spanish and Chinese.
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