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Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto, MD

Specialist

Honolulu, HI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nip Sakamoto, Specialist in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. She is board certified. Dr. Nip Sakamoto graduated from University of Hawaii and completed her residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Dermatology Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nip Sakamoto is fluent in English, Chinese, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nip Sakamoto’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. Nip Sakamoto’s office at (808) 536-9888.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nip Sakamoto?

    Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Nip Sakamoto empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acne, Cosmetic Dermatology, Eczema, Psoriasis, Skin Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Honolulu, HI community, Dr. Nip Sakamoto is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Dermatology Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Hi John A Burns Sch of Med, Honolulu Hi | University of Hawaii

    Is Dr. Nip Sakamoto board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Nip Sakamoto speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Nip Sakamoto typically treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Nip Sakamoto 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. Nip Sakamoto. 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:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Nip Sakamoto typically perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Nip Sakamoto 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. Nip Sakamoto. 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Malignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Tumor Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion
    • Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
    • Precancerous Lesion Treatment
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
    • 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions
    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Shave biopsy
    • Tangential skin biopsy
    • Scoop biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
    • 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Nip Sakamoto accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nip Sakamoto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 536-9888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nip Sakamoto accept in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Nip Sakamoto in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • American Health and Life Insurance Company

    • Cigna Group

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Hawaii Management Alliance Association (HMAA)

    • Hawaii Medical Service Association

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Transamerica

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nip Sakamoto's office located?

    Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto's Primary Practice

    1329 Lusitana St Ste 109

    Honolulu, HI 96813

    (808) 536-9888

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nip Sakamoto affiliated with?

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    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Nip Sakamoto has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Nip Sakamoto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932259264.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nip Sakamoto?

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

    What is Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto's specialty?

    Dr. Nip Sakamoto is a Specialist near Honolulu, HI.

    Is Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nip Sakamoto is affiliated with The Queen's 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 Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?

    Yes, Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nip Sakamoto's office at (808) 536-9888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto?

    Please contact Dr. Nip Sakamoto's office at (808) 536-9888 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nip Sakamoto's office located?

    Dr. Nip Sakamoto's office is located in Honolulu, HI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto have?

    Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.