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Who is Dr. Chihara, Podiatrist in Lihue, HI?
Dr. Tyler Chihara is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Lihue, HI. He is board certified. Dr. Chihara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chihara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chihara’s office at (808) 245-1500.
What languages does Dr. Chihara speak?
Dr. Chihara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chihara treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Chihara 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. Chihara. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins in Left Leg with Ulcer on Lower Leg
- Varicose Veins with Lower Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Left Lower Leg Venous Ulcer
- Lower Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83028: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
- I83018: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
What procedures does Dr. Chihara perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Chihara 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. Chihara. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Full Contact Leg Cast Application
- Total Contact Cast
- Rigid Leg Cast
- Custom Leg Cast
- Lower Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29445: Application of rigid total contact leg cast
Also known as:
- Toe Amputation
- Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
- Toe removal surgery
- Foot digit amputation
- MTP joint amputation
CPT Codes:
- 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
Also known as:
- Foot Nerve Injection for Pain (Morton's Neuroma)
- Morton's Neuroma Injection
- Plantar Digital Nerve Block
- Foot Nerve Steroid Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64455: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; plantar common digital nerve(s) (eg, Morton's neuroma)
Also known as:
- Nerve Destruction in the Foot
- Plantar Nerve Ablation', 'Digital Nerve Neurolysis', 'Foot Nerve Block', 'Morton's Neuroma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 64632: Destruction by neurolytic agent; plantar common digital nerve
Does Dr. Chihara accept my insurance?
Dr. Chihara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 245-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chihara accept in Lihue, HI?
Dr. Chihara in Lihue, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AlohaCare
Centene
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Mohawk Industries
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chihara's office located?
Dr. Tyler Chihara's Primary Practice
3-3420 Kuhio Hwy Ste B
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 245-1500
What is Dr. Chihara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chihara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972608453.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chihara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chihara
What is Dr. Tyler Chihara's specialty?
Dr. Chihara is a Podiatrist near Lihue, HI. A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy. Contact Dr. Chihara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tyler Chihara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chihara is affiliated with Straub Benioff Medical Center, Straub Benioff Medical 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 Tyler Chihara accepting new patients in Lihue, HI?
Yes, Dr. Tyler Chihara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tyler Chihara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chihara's office at (808) 245-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tyler Chihara?
Please contact Dr. Chihara's office at (808) 245-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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