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Dr. Akira Ishiyama, MD

Dr. Akira Ishiyama, MD

Otolaryngic Allergist, Otolaryngologist

Los Angeles, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ishiyama, Otolaryngic Allergist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Akira Ishiyama, MD is an Otolaryngic Allergist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Ishiyama graduated from Rush and completed his residency at University of California, Los Angeles. He is a member of the Northwestern University Medical School Alumni Association, American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Association for Research in Otolaryngology, American Otological Society, and Association of University Otolaryngologists. Dr. Ishiyama is fluent in English, German, and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ishiyama’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ishiyama’s office at (310) 206-6688.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ishiyama?

    Dr. Akira Ishiyama, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngic Allergist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ishiyama empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Balance Disorders, Cochlear Implants, Neurotology, Otology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles, CA community, Dr. Ishiyama is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Neurotology, Vanderbilt Otology Group

    • Residency: University of California, Los Angeles | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Rush | Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center

    Is Dr. Ishiyama board certified as an Otolaryngic Allergist?

    Yes, Dr. Akira Ishiyama, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology since 2012, American Board of Otolaryngology since 1997

    What languages does Dr. Ishiyama speak?

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

    • English
    • German
    • Japanese

    What conditions does an Otolaryngic Allergist like Dr. Ishiyama typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngic Allergist, Dr. Ishiyama 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. Ishiyama. 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:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Other Types of Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss
    • Uncommon Hearing Loss
    • Atypical Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H918X3: Other specified hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Blocked Right Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax
    • Impacted Earwax Right Ear
    • Excessive Right Earwax
    • Right Earwax Impaction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
    • H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
    • H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    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 an Otolaryngic Allergist like Dr. Ishiyama typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngic Allergist, Dr. Ishiyama 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. Ishiyama. 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:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cochlear Implant Surgery
    • Cochlear Implants
    • Cochlear Device Implantation
    • Hearing Implant Procedure
    • Inner Ear Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 69930: Cochlear device implantation, with or without mastoidectomy

    Also known as:

    • Eardrum Repair with Hearing Bone Reconstruction
    • Eardrum Repair Surgery
    • Tympanoplasty with Ossicular Reconstruction
    • Middle Ear Surgery
    • PORP/TORP Placement
    • Hearing Bone Repair
    • Tympanoplasty
    • Middle Ear Repair
    • Eardrum Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 69633: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; with ossicular chain reconstruction and synthetic prosthesis (eg, partial ossicular replacement prosthesis [PORP], total ossicular replacement prosthesis [TORP])
    • 69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Complex Skull Base Surgery
    • Transtemporal skull base surgery
    • Jugular foramen surgery
    • Mastoidectomy with facial nerve decompression

    CPT Codes:

    • 61595: Transtemporal approach to posterior cranial fossa, jugular foramen or midline skull base, including mastoidectomy, decompression of sigmoid sinus and/or facial nerve, with or without mobilization

    Also known as:

    • Autologous Soft Tissue Graft
    • Fat Grafting
    • Dermal Graft
    • Fascia Graft
    • Tissue Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15769: Grafting of autologous soft tissue, other, harvested by direct excision (eg, fat, dermis, fascia)

    Also known as:

    • Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
    • Autogenous ear cartilage graft
    • Nose cartilage reconstruction
    • Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
    • Cartilage transplant for nose/ear

    CPT Codes:

    • 21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)

    Does Dr. Ishiyama accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ishiyama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-6688 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ishiyama accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Ishiyama in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ishiyama's office located?

    Dr. Akira Ishiyama's Primary Practice

    10833 Le Conte Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 206-6688

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    Suite 550

    200 Medical Plaza Suite 550

    Los Angeles, CA 90024

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Northwestern University Medical School Alumni Association

    Member

    American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

    Member

    Association for Research in Otolaryngology

    Member

    American Otological Society

    Member

    Association of University Otolaryngologists

    Member

    Awards

    Southern California Super Doctors

    Southern California Super Doctors 2008

    American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Humanitarian

    Armenian Council General Award

    Armenian Government Ministry of Health, Gold Medal

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

    Dr. Ishiyama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932125044.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ishiyama?

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

    What is Dr. Akira Ishiyama's specialty?

    Dr. Ishiyama is an Otolaryngic Allergist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Otolaryngic Allergist do?

    An otolaryngologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of otolaryngic allergies focuses on managing allergic conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, and related respiratory structures. This specialist provides medical therapy and preventive care for allergic diseases such as hay fever, sinusitis, and allergic rhinitis.

    Is Dr. Akira Ishiyama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ishiyama is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica 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 Dr. Akira Ishiyama accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Akira Ishiyama is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akira Ishiyama offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ishiyama's office at (310) 206-6688 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Akira Ishiyama?

    Please contact Dr. Ishiyama's office at (310) 206-6688 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ishiyama's office located?

    Dr. Ishiyama's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Akira Ishiyama have?

    Dr. Akira Ishiyama is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.