Summary

Dr. Makoto Kawai specializes in neurology with a focus on sleep medicine. They earned their medical degree from Kyoto University Faculty Of Medicine and brings 29 years of experience to patient care.

Dr. Kawai practices at Sequoia Hospital in Redwood City, California. They have particular expertise in treating sleep apnea, including cases involving children, and obstructive sleep apnea. Their practice includes conducting at-home sleep studies and comprehensive sleep studies to help diagnose sleep disorders. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kawai highly, with an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 29 years of experience
  • 74 insurance plans accepted
  • Kyoto University Faculty Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Makoto Kawai

450 Broadway St # 5730Redwood City, CA 94063

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NeurologyNeurologyNeurologyNeurology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
29 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks English, Spanish
Redwood City , CAOrange , CAPalo Alto , CAPleasanton , CA
Med School: Kyoto University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Makoto Kawai

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Hometown Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Makoto Kawai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Makoto Kawai has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Neurologist
  • Sleep Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Makoto Kawai holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Kyoto University Faculty Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Makoto Kawai's NPI number is 1215175856.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Makoto Kawai affiliated with?
Makoto Kawai is affiliated with Sequoia Hospital.
Does Makoto Kawai accept my insurance?
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Is Makoto Kawai accepting new patients?
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Does Makoto Kawai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Makoto Kawai's office located?
Makoto Kawai's office is located at 450 Broadway St # 5730, Redwood City, CA, 94063.

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