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Dr. Gary Okamura, MD

Honolulu, HI

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Okamura, Orthopedic Surgeon in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Gary Okamura, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Okamura is fluent in English and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okamura’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okamura’s office at (808) 550-0498.

    Where did Dr. Okamura go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine | University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Okamura board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Okamura, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Okamura speak?

    Dr. Okamura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Ukrainian

    What conditions does Dr. Okamura treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Okamura 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. Okamura. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Having Artificial Knee Joints (Both Knees)
    • Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty
    • Bilateral knee replacement
    • Both knee prostheses
    • Double knee replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
    • Z96653: Presence of artificial knee joint, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Rotator Cuff Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
    • Shoulder Tendon Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Sprain
    • Strained Shoulder Tendon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
    • S46012A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of left shoulder, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    What procedures does Dr. Okamura perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Okamura 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. Okamura. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
    • Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
    • Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
    • 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Does Dr. Okamura accept my insurance?

    Dr. Okamura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 550-0498 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Okamura accept in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Okamura in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AlohaCare

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Hawaii (HMSA)

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mohawk Industries

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Okamura's office located?

    Dr. Gary Okamura's Primary Practice

    1380 Lusitana St Ste 903

    Honolulu, HI 96813

    (808) 550-0498

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

    Dr. Okamura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366542383.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okamura?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Okamura's specialty?

    Dr. Okamura is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Honolulu, HI. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Okamura to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gary Okamura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Okamura is affiliated with The Queen's Medical Center, 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 Gary Okamura accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Okamura is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Okamura offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Okamura's office at (808) 550-0498 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Okamura?

    Please contact Dr. Okamura's office at (808) 550-0498 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Okamura have?

    Dr. Gary Okamura is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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