Expertise in
8
conditions

Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka

Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
Regents Of The Univ Of Ca
2221 Stockton Blvd, 
Sacramento, CA 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
8
conditions
Regents Of The Univ Of Ca
2221 Stockton Blvd, 
Sacramento, CA 

Overview

Lea Matsuoka is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sacramento, California.

Dr. Matsuoka is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Biliary Atresia, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 70 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Transplant Surgery
General Surgery

Licenses

Transplant Surgery in TN

Hospital Affiliations

University Of California Davis Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Western Health Advantage
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE MAPD
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Locations

REGENTS OF THE UNIV OF CA
2221 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95817

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

70 Total Publications

Outcomes of Single Pediatric Kidney Grafts: An Experienced Single-center Retrospective Study.
Outcomes of Single Pediatric Kidney Grafts: An Experienced Single-center Retrospective Study.
Journal: Transplantation direct
Published: March 12, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka by calling their office at 916-734-3761. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka a top-rated expert for Liver Transplant?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka is classified as an Distinguished expert for Liver Transplant, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka specialize in?

While Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka is a Transplant Surgery, they have specific expertise in Liver Transplant, Liver Failure, and Biliary Atresia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Transplant Surgery.

Does Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka has published 70 articles and abstracts on conditions like Liver Transplant. You can view a list of Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka accept my insurance?

Dr. Lea K. Matsuoka accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 916-734-3761 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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