Summary

Dr. Yuri Nakasato specializes in rheumatology, focusing on conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and connective tissues. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado and completed his residency at the University of Louisville School of Medicine Program. With three decades of medical practice, Dr. Nakasato brings extensive experience to patient care. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Nakasato practices at Essentia Health-South University Clinic in Fargo, North Dakota, and maintains hospital privileges at Sanford Broadway Medical Center. His expertise includes treating rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, two complex autoimmune conditions that require specialized care. He also helps patients manage joint pain and stiffness. Dr. Nakasato uses comprehensive blood testing to monitor disease activity and treatment response. Patients rate him 4.1 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 31 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Louisville School of Medicine Program
  • 18 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Essentia Health-South University Clinic (Fargo)

1702 University Dr SFargo, ND 58103
Mon8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:15 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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RheumatologyInternal MedicineRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
4.8 
31 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Fargo , NDFargo , NDFargo , NDFargo , ND
Med School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado Med School: Universidade Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul (Ufrgs) Faculdade De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Yuri Rafael Nakasato

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • CHAMPVA
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • PreferredOne
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Yuri Rafael Nakasato has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Yuri Rafael Nakasato has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2025, Expired
Medical Doctor, North Dakota, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Louisville School of Medicine Program

Medical School

Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto HurtadoGraduated in 1995

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What languages does Dr. Yuri Nakasato speak?
Dr. Yuri Nakasato speaks English.
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Dr. Yuri Nakasato's office is located at 1702 University Dr S, Fargo, ND, 58103.
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