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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Onishi, Ophthalmologist in Daly City, CA?
Dr. Alex Onishi is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Daly City, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Onishi is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Onishi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Onishi’s office at (650) 755-6900.
What languages does Dr. Onishi speak?
Dr. Onishi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Onishi typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Onishi 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. Onishi. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Onishi typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Onishi 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. Onishi. 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Onishi accept my insurance?
Dr. Onishi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 755-6900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Onishi accept in Daly City, CA?
Dr. Onishi in Daly City, 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
City of Los Angeles
Humana
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Onishi's office located?
Dr. Alex Onishi's Primary Practice
1850 Sullivan Ave Ste 540
Daly City, CA 94015
(650) 755-6900
What is Dr. Onishi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Onishi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710351622.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Onishi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Onishi
What is Dr. Alex Onishi's specialty?
Dr. Onishi is a Ophthalmologist near Daly City, 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. Alex Onishi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Onishi is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center 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 Alex Onishi accepting new patients in Daly City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alex Onishi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Onishi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Onishi's office at (650) 755-6900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Onishi?
Please contact Dr. Onishi's office at (650) 755-6900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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