Ka'Ohimanu L.K.D. Akiona, MD
Ka'Ohimanu L.K.D. Akiona is a Family Medicine specialist based in Kamuela, HI with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ka'Ohimanu L.K.D. Akiona, MD has practiced family medicine for 12+ years, working in independent practice. A University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine graduate since 2014, she brings 12+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
62-100 Kaunaoa Dr, Kamuela, HI 96743-9749
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better13.5%
Hawaii avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+8.4 pts)
13.5% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
270
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
82
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
274
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $28k
Percentile rankings compared against 262 reporting peers in Hawaii.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2014
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 1, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (Class of 2014)
Mailing address
Po Box 4575, Hilo, HI 96720-0575
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Ka'Ohimanu L.K.D. Akiona
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ka'Ohimanu L.K.D. Akiona for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Kamuela required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ka'Ohimanu L.K.D. Akiona
Dr. Akiona is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Kamuela, HI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (808) 880-3211.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ka'Ohimanu L.K.D. Akiona
Practice Location
62-100 Kaunaoa Dr, Kamuela, HI 96743-9749
Mailing Address
Po Box 4575, Hilo, HI 96720-0575
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