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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pitts, Glaucoma Specialist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. James Pitts, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pitts is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pitts’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pitts’s office at (808) 947-2020.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pitts?
Dr. James Pitts, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Glaucoma Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pitts empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Glaucoma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Honolulu/HI community, Dr. Pitts is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Pitts speak?
Dr. Pitts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pitts treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Pitts 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. Pitts. 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:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Glaucoma Suspect
- Ocular Hypertension
- Long-term Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Gradual Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Persistent Narrow-Angle Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
- H401124: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, indeterminate stage
- H401114: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, indeterminate stage
- H40011: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, right eye
- H402213: Chronic angle-closure glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Optic Atrophy
- Other Optic Atrophy
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Miscellaneous optic nerve wasting
- Unspecified optic nerve degeneration
- Different types of optic atrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47291: Other optic atrophy, right eye
- H47293: Other optic atrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
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:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
Which procedures does Dr. Pitts perform as a Glaucoma Specialist?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Pitts may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pitts' office.
Does Dr. Pitts accept my insurance?
Dr. Pitts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 947-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pitts accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Pitts in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AlohaCare
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pitts' office located?
Dr. James Pitts' Primary Practice
1600 Kapiolani Blvd Ste 105
Honolulu, HI 96814
(808) 947-2020
What is Dr. Pitts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pitts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427343466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pitts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pitts
What is Dr. James Pitts's specialty?
Dr. Pitts is a Glaucoma Specialist near Honolulu, HI. An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions. Contact Dr. Pitts to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Pitts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pitts is affiliated with Straub Benioff Medical 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 James Pitts accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. James Pitts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Pitts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pitts's office at (808) 947-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Pitts?
Please contact Dr. Pitts's office at (808) 947-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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