Expertise in
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Dr. Midori J. Nishio

Rheumatology
Advanced Heart Failure At Walnut Creek
1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200, 
Walnut Creek, CA 
Accepting New Patients
44 Years of Experience
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Expertise in
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Advanced Heart Failure At Walnut Creek
1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200, 
Walnut Creek, CA 

Overview

Midori Nishio is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Walnut Creek, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years.

Dr. Nishio is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nishio is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Medical College Of Wisconsin, 1982

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Hospital Affiliations

John Muir Medical Center - Walnut Creek Campus

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Advanced Heart Failure at Walnut Creek
1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200, Walnut Creek, CA 94597

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.

12 Total Publications

Confidence-Competence Calibration in Early Procedural Skill Acquisition: Evidence from Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Training.
Confidence-Competence Calibration in Early Procedural Skill Acquisition: Evidence from Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Training.
Journal: Arthritis care & research
Published: April 17, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Midori J. Nishio

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Midori J. Nishio by calling their office at 925-280-9400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Midori J. Nishio a top-rated expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Midori J. Nishio is classified as an Advanced expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), 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. Midori J. Nishio specialize in?

While Dr. Midori J. Nishio is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, and Psoriatic Arthritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Midori J. Nishio participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Midori J. Nishio has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). You can view a list of Dr. Midori J. Nishio's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Midori J. Nishio accept my insurance?

Dr. Midori J. Nishio accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 925-280-9400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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