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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. Dr. Pitts is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pitts’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pitts’s office at (305) 243-2020.
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 and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pitts empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Glaucoma, and 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 a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Pitts typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
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
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Pitts typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Pitts' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pitts accept my insurance?
Dr. Pitts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-2020 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
AlohaCare
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pitts' office located?
Dr. James Pitts' Primary Practice
1600 Kapiolani Blvd Ste 105
Honolulu, HI 96814
(305) 243-2020
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.
What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?
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.
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
When to see a Glaucoma Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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 (305) 243-2020 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 (305) 243-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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