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Dr. Tarek El-Sawy, MD

Dr. Tarek El-Sawy, MD

Cupertino, CA

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    Who is Dr. El-Sawy, Ophthalmologist in Cupertino, CA?

    Dr. Tarek El-Sawy, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Cupertino, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. El-Sawy completed his residency at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. El-Sawy is fluent in English, Arabic, and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Sawy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Sawy’s office at (408) 252-6984.

    Where did Dr. El-Sawy go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX

    • Residency: Columbia University Medical Center

    Is Dr. El-Sawy board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Tarek El-Sawy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. El-Sawy speak?

    Dr. El-Sawy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. El-Sawy treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. El-Sawy 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. El-Sawy. 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:

    • Droopy Eyelid
    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
    • Blepharospasm
    • Chalazion
    • Chalazion on Right Lower Eyelid
    • Eyelid Turning Outward
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Benign essential blepharospasm
    • Ptosis
    • Eyelid Drooping
    • Upper Eyelid Sagging
    • Fallen Eyelid
    • Droopy eyelids
    • Excess eyelid skin
    • Dermatochalasis
    • Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
    • Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
    • Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid
    • Eyelid Spasms
    • Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    • Involuntary Eye Twitching
    • Meibomian cyst
    • Eyelid cyst
    • Stye-like bump
    • Right Lower Eyelid Cyst
    • Meibomian Cyst on Lower Lid
    • Blocked Gland Right Lower Eyelid
    • Everted Eyelid
    • Eyelid Eversion
    • Senile Ectropion
    • Spastic Ectropion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids
    • H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
    • H02402: Unspecified ptosis of left eyelid
    • H02401: Unspecified ptosis of right eyelid
    • H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid
    • G245: Blepharospasm
    • H0014: Chalazion left upper eyelid
    • H0012: Chalazion right lower eyelid
    • H02132: Senile ectropion of right lower eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Dermatochalasis
    • Droopy Eyelid Skin
    • Excess Eyelid Skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02834: Dermatochalasis of left upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Tearing
    • Tears
    • Watery eyes
    • Epiphora
    • Tearing eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04203: Unspecified epiphora, bilateral
    • H04202: Unspecified epiphora, left side

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Eye Pain in Both Eyes
    • Eye Disease
    • Pain
    • Bilateral Eye Discomfort
    • Pain in Both Eyes
    • Ocular Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5713: Ocular pain, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Blockage
    • Tears
    • Blocked tear duct
    • Nasolacrimal duct obstruction
    • Tear drainage blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04223: Epiphora due to insufficient drainage, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Eyelid
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma
    • BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • Eyelid Skin Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C441192: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left lower eyelid, including canthus

    Also known as:

    • Benign Skin Growth
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-cancerous skin lesion
    • Skin tumor
    • Skin lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D23122: Other benign neoplasm of skin of left lower eyelid, including canthus

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Eyelid
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C441122: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right lower eyelid, including canthus

    Does Dr. El-Sawy accept my insurance?

    Dr. El-Sawy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 252-6984 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. El-Sawy accept in Cupertino, CA?

    Dr. El-Sawy in Cupertino, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. El-Sawy's office located?

    Dr. Tarek El-Sawy's Primary Practice

    10300 S De Anza Blvd Ste A

    Cupertino, CA 95014

    (408) 252-6984

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    Dr. Tarek El-Sawy's Practice 2

    2110 Forest Ave Ste B

    San Jose, CA 95128

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    Dr. Tarek El-Sawy's Practice 3

    1174 Castro St Ste 100

    Mountain View, CA 94040

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    Recognitions

    Publications

    Multidiscipliry Magement of Primary Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of the Eyelid With Perineural Invasion

    Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery

    Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitors for Treatment of Orbital Squamous Cell Carcinoma

    ARCHIVES OF OPHTHALMOLOGY, 2012

    Outcomes of Dacryocystorhinostomy in Patients With Head

    El-Sawy, T., Ali, R., sser, Q. J., Esmaeli, B., 2012

    Prognostic Accuracy of the Seventh Edition vs Sixth Edition of the American Joint Committee on

    ARCHIVES OF OPHTHALMOLOGY, 2012

    Retinoblastoma presenting in a child with hypomelanosis of Ito.

    The open ophthalmology jourl, 2011

    Acute Orbitocranial Inflammation Following Radioimmunotherapy for Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

    OPHTHALMIC PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY, 2010

    Intravitreal injection of tissue plasminogen activator as treatment

    Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.), 2009

    Inhibition of polymorphonuclear leukocyte-mediated graft damage synergizes with short

    CIRCULATION, 2005

    Alloreactive T cell responses

    JOURL OF IMMUNOLOGY, 2005

    Early T cell response to allografts occuring prior to alloantigen priming up-regulates inte

    AMERICAN JOURL OF PATHOLOGY, 2004

    Neutrophils mediate parenchymal tissue necrosis

    AMERICAN JOURL OF PATHOLOGY, 2003

    Chemokines: directing leukocyte infiltration into allografts

    CURRENT OPINION IN IMMUNOLOGY, 2002

    Percutaneous endocardial transfer

    CATHETERIZATION AND CARDIOVASCULAR INTERVENTIONS, 2001

    Use of quantitative TaqMan real-time PCR to track the time

    MOLECULAR THERAPY, 2000

    Focal angiogen therapy using intramyocardial delivery of an adenovirus vector coding for v

    Lee, L. Y., Patel, S. R., Hackett, N. R., Mack, C. A., Polce, D. R., E, 2000

    Variability of human systemic humoral immune responses to adenovirus gene transfer vectors

    JOURL OF VIROLOGY, 1999

    Exogenous control of cardiac gene therapy

    JOURL OF THORACIC AND CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY, 1999

    Safety of direct myocardial administration of an adenovirus vector encoding v

    HUMAN GENE THERAPY, 1999

    What is Dr. El-Sawy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. El-Sawy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922269083.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Sawy?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Sawy

    What is Dr. Tarek El-Sawy's specialty?

    Dr. El-Sawy is a Ophthalmologist near Cupertino, CA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. El-Sawy to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tarek El-Sawy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, El-Sawy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Tarek El-Sawy accepting new patients in Cupertino, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Tarek El-Sawy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tarek El-Sawy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. El-Sawy's office at (408) 252-6984 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tarek El-Sawy?

    Please contact Dr. El-Sawy's office at (408) 252-6984 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tarek El-Sawy have?

    Dr. Tarek El-Sawy is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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