Dr. Howard Matsuba, MD
Bellflower, CA
Who is Dr. Matsuba, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Howard Matsuba, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Matsuba completed his residency at Georgetown Hospital. Dr. Matsuba is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matsuba’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matsuba’s office at (562) 461-3000.
Where did Dr. Matsuba go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Georgetown Hospital
Is Dr. Matsuba board certified as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Matsuba, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology , American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Matsuba speak?
Dr. Matsuba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Matsuba typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Matsuba 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. Matsuba. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Ganglion
- Synovial Cyst
- Bible Bump
- Gel-filled Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6740: Ganglion, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis
- Digital Tenosynovitis
- Finger Tendonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6530: Trigger finger, unspecified finger
Also known as:
- Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Problem
- Dermatological Condition
- Skin Ailment
ICD-10 Codes:
- L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Connective tissue problems
- Muscle disorders
- Soft tissue conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- M799: Soft tissue disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Localized Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Skin Nodule
- Localized Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- R229: Localized swelling, mass and lump, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Matsuba typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Matsuba 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. Matsuba. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Small Hand/Finger Tumor Removal
- Hand Soft Tissue Excision
- Finger Tumor Removal
- Vascular Malformation Excision Hand
- Subcutaneous Hand Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Does Dr. Matsuba accept my insurance?
Dr. Matsuba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 461-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Matsuba accept in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Matsuba in Bellflower, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Matsuba's office located?
Dr. Howard Matsuba's Primary Practice
9400 Rosecrans Ave
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 461-3000
What is Dr. Matsuba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Matsuba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548337363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matsuba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Matsuba
What is Dr. Howard Matsuba's specialty?
Dr. Matsuba is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Bellflower, CA.
What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?
A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Is this Dr. Howard Matsuba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Matsuba is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Downey Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Howard Matsuba accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Matsuba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Matsuba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Matsuba's office at (562) 461-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Matsuba?
Please contact Dr. Matsuba's office at (562) 461-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Matsuba have?
Dr. Howard Matsuba is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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