- Geriatric Medicine Doctors
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- Albany, NY
- Dr. Michael Nakao, MD
Dr. Michael Nakao, MD
Geriatric Medicine•Male•Age 74
Geriatric Medicine
Dr. Michael Nakao, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Albany, NY and has over 47 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nakao has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease and Sleep Apnea. He graduated from Stony Brook U, School of Medicine medical school in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Albany Memorial Hospital and Saint Peter's Hospital. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Pulmonary & Critical Care Srvcs
5 Palisades Dr Ste 100 Albany, NY 12205 ()Make an Appointment
(518) 438-4496Telehealth available
Accepting new patients
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Nakao
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Nakao treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Nakao treats other conditions, please contact the office at (518) 438-4496.
Obstructive Lung Disease
Obstructive lung disease specialists diagnose and treat conditions including COPD, emphysema, asthma and cystic fibrosis that cause blockages or narrowing in the airways of the lungs, making breathing difficult.Compare with other Obstructive Lung Disease specialists.
Dr. Nakao is experienced in the area of Obstructive Lung Disease. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Sleep Apnea
Sleep-disordered breathing specialists diagnose and treat conditions, such as snoring or obstructive sleep apnea, in which breathing is interrupted during sleep, resulting in symptoms of fatigue, irritability and high blood pressure.Compare with other Sleep Apnea specialists.
Dr. Nakao is experienced in the area of Sleep Apnea. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Dr. Nakao's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Pain
- Acidosis
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Laryngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Administrative Physical
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Anemia
- Animal Allergies
- Anxiety
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Asbestosis
- Asthma
- Atherosclerosis
- Back Pain
- Bedsores
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Breast Cancer
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiolitis
- Bronchitis
- Bronchoscopy
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Chest Pain
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
- Common Cold
- Constipation
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cough
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diverticulitis, Intestinal
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Dizziness
- Dysentery
- Dyslipidemia
- Dysphagia
- Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
- Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Emphysema
- Empyema
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Esophageal Diverticulum
- Esophageal Varices
- Esophagitis
- Excessive Sweating
- Fibromyalgia
- Gait Abnormality
- Gallstones
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Geriatric Assessment
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heartburn
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Immunization Administration
- Influenza (Flu)
- Insomnia
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Joint Pain
- Laryngitis
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Lipid Disorders
- Liver Cancer
- Low Back Pain
- Low Blood Oxygen Level
- Lung Abscess
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Neoplasms, Not Specified as Malignant
- Lung Nodule
- Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Malnutrition
- Mastodynia
- Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Nasopharyngitis
- Nausea
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Overweight
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Pleura Cancer
- Pleural Effusion
- Pneumoconiosis and Pneumonopathy
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
- Pollen Allergy
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Edema
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Eosinophilia
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rash
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Management
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Sarcoidosis
- Secondary Malignancies
- Shortness of Breath
- Sinus Tachycardia
- Sinusitis
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Study
- Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
- Smoking Cessation Counseling
- Thoracentesis
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Tobacco Withdrawal
- Tuberculosis
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vaccination
- Vertigo
- Viral Infection
- Vitamin B Deficiency
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Wegener's Granulomatosis
- Wheezing
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Dr. Nakao accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Choice Plus POS II
- Select
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
Dr. Nakao's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nakao
2.9
Based on 11 ratings
5 Stars | 45.45454545454545% | (5) |
4 Stars | 0% | (0) |
3 Stars | 0% | (0) |
2 Stars | 9.090909090909092% | (1) |
1 Star | 45.45454545454545% | (5) |
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Geriatric Medicine
- Critical Care Medicine
- Pulmonary Disease
- Sleep Medicine
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine
- Pulmonary Disease
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dr. Michael Nakao, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. Nakao has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.
Is Dr. Michael Nakao, MD accepting new patients?
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What are Dr. Michael Nakao, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Nakao frequently treats Obstructive Lung Disease and Sleep Apnea. See all practice areas where Dr. Nakao specializes.
Where is Dr. Michael Nakao, MD's office located?
Dr. Nakao's office is located at 5 Palisades Dr Ste 100, Albany, NY 12205. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Nakao, MD?
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.76% Patients that would definitely recommend, 6% higher than the national average
20 Awards Received
Award Highlight: America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2022)
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