Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 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 as an 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 an Ophthalmologist like Dr. El-Sawy typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Drooping
- Upper Eyelid Sagging
- Fallen Eyelid
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02401: Unspecified ptosis of right eyelid
- H02402: Unspecified ptosis of left 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:
- Excessive Tearing
- Tears
- Watery eyes
- Epiphora
- Tearing eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04203: Unspecified epiphora, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. El-Sawy typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. El-Sawy 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Eyelid Corner Reconstruction (Canthoplasty)
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Canthoplasty
- Eyelid corner repair
- Eye shape surgery
- Reconstructive eyelid surgery
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67950: Canthoplasty (reconstruction of canthus)
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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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
Recognitions
Publications
Multidiscipliry Magement of Primary Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of the Eyelid With Perineural Invasion
Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitors for Treatment of Orbital Squamous Cell Carcinoma
, 2012
Outcomes of Dacryocystorhinostomy in Patients With Head
, 2012
Prognostic Accuracy of the Seventh Edition vs Sixth Edition of the American Joint Committee on
, 2012
Retinoblastoma presenting in a child with hypomelanosis of Ito.
, 2011
Acute Orbitocranial Inflammation Following Radioimmunotherapy for Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
, 2010
Intravitreal injection of tissue plasminogen activator as treatment
, 2009
Inhibition of polymorphonuclear leukocyte-mediated graft damage synergizes with short
, 2005
Alloreactive T cell responses
, 2005
Early T cell response to allografts occuring prior to alloantigen priming up-regulates inte
, 2004
Neutrophils mediate parenchymal tissue necrosis
, 2003
Chemokines: directing leukocyte infiltration into allografts
, 2002
Percutaneous endocardial transfer
, 2001
Use of quantitative TaqMan real-time PCR to track the time
, 2000
Focal angiogen therapy using intramyocardial delivery of an adenovirus vector coding for v
, 2000
Variability of human systemic humoral immune responses to adenovirus gene transfer vectors
, 1999
Exogenous control of cardiac gene therapy
, 1999
Safety of direct myocardial administration of an adenovirus vector encoding v
, 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.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Tarek El-Sawy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Sawy is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 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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