Summary

Dr. Michael Nakao is a pulmonologist and critical care medicine specialist who graduated from the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University and completed his residency at Sisters Charity Healthcare System. With five decades of medical practice, he brings extensive experience to treating complex respiratory and critical care conditions. Dr. Nakao speaks English and focuses his expertise on both pulmonology and critical care medicine.

Dr. Nakao practices at several locations throughout Albany and Troy, New York, with his primary affiliation at Samaritan Hospital Albany Memorial Campus. He specializes in treating sleep disorders including obstructive sleep apnea, as well as managing obesity and overweight conditions that often impact respiratory health. His diagnostic expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing, bronchodilator reversibility testing, and asthma challenge tests to evaluate lung function and breathing disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 51 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Sisters Charity Healthcare System
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Algird Nakao has 5 locations

Pulmonary And Critical Care Services

5 Palisades Dr Ste 100Albany, NY 12205
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Peters Hospital

315 S Manning BlvdAlbany, NY 12208

Albany Medical Center

43 New Scotland AveAlbany, NY 12208

Samaritan Hospital Albany Memorial Campus

600 Northern BlvdAlbany, NY 12204

Pulmonary And Critical Care Services

2 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE FL 1TROY, NY 12180
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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PulmonologyNurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerPulmonology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
51 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Albany , NYAlbany , NYHudson , NYAlbany , NY
Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Med School: Universitaet Duisburg-Essen Medizinische Fakultaet
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Algird Nakao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • CDPHP
  • CDPHP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • Optum Health
  • Riverside Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Algird Nakao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Algird Nakao has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Dr. Michael Algird Nakao 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Sisters Charity Healthcare System.

Medical School

Graduated from Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Nakao's NPI number is 1538169404.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Michael Nakao accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Michael Nakao's office located?
Dr. Michael Nakao's office is located at 5 Palisades Dr Ste 100, Albany, NY, 12205.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Nakao affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Nakao is affiliated with Samaritan Hospital Albany Memorial Campus.

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