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Who is Dr. Akaike, Dermatologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Tomoko Akaike, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Akaike is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akaike’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akaike’s office at (206) 598-4067.
What languages does Dr. Akaike speak?
Dr. Akaike and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Akaike treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Akaike diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Akaike. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Dry Skin
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Xerosis
- Dry skin condition
- Asteatotic eczema
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- L853: Xerosis cutis
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mole Check
- Dermatology Screening
- Melanoma Screening
- Skin Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1283: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of skin
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Flaky skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Akaike perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Akaike performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Akaike. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Shave biopsy
- Tangential skin biopsy
- Scoop biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
- 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Akaike accept my insurance?
Dr. Akaike accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 598-4067 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akaike accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Akaike in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Boeing
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EDS
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Tennessee
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akaike's office located?
Dr. Tomoko Akaike's Practice 2
4225 Roosevelt Way NE Fl 4
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 598-4067
What is Dr. Akaike's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akaike's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073316089.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akaike?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akaike
What is Dr. Tomoko Akaike's specialty?
Dr. Akaike is a Dermatologist near Seattle, WA. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Akaike to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tomoko Akaike affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akaike is affiliated with UW Medical Center - Montlake, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Tomoko Akaike accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
No, Dr. Tomoko Akaike is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tomoko Akaike offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akaike's office at (206) 598-4067 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tomoko Akaike?
Please contact Dr. Akaike's office at (206) 598-4067 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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