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Dr. Michelle Sato, MD

Gardena, CA

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    Who is Dr. Sato, Ophthalmologist in Gardena, CA?

    Dr. Michelle Sato, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Gardena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sato is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sato’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. Sato’s office at (213) 680-1551.

    What languages does Dr. Sato speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does Dr. Sato treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sato 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. Sato. 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:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Low-Tension Glaucoma
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Preglaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Chronic Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Normal-Tension Glaucoma
    • NTG
    • Normal Pressure Glaucoma
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Low Pressure Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • Long-term Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Gradual Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Persistent Narrow-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401231: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401232: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401233: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H402233: Chronic angle-closure glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral

    Does Dr. Sato accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sato accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 680-1551 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sato accept in Gardena, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Axminster Medical Group

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sato's office located?

    Dr. Michelle Sato's Primary Practice

    879 W 190th St Ste 100

    Gardena, CA 90248

    (213) 680-1551

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    Dr. Michelle Sato's Practice 2

    1950 Sawtelle Blvd Ste 240

    Los Angeles, CA 90025

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    Dr. Michelle Sato's Practice 3

    23441 Madison St Ste 120

    Torrance, CA 90505

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Michelle Sato?

    Dr. Sato has appointments available at her Gardena, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Sato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225326580.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sato?

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

    What is Dr. Michelle Sato's specialty?

    Dr. Sato is a Ophthalmologist near Gardena, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Sato to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michelle Sato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Sato is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Michelle Sato accepting new patients in Gardena, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michelle Sato is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michelle Sato offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sato, or call (213) 680-1551 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Michelle Sato?

    Please contact Dr. Sato's office at (213) 680-1551 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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