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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, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna 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.
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 or 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, or 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 Dr. Nip Sakamoto 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.
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
- Mole
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Nip Sakamoto 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.
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
- 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
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
- Precancerous Lesion Treatment
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
- 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
- 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Shave biopsy
- Tangential skin biopsy
- Scoop biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Dermal Punch 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)
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Also known as:
- Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Lesions
- Skin Cancer Destruction (Body)
- Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) for Skin Lesions
- PDT for precancerous skin
- Light therapy for skin lesions
- Precancerous skin treatment with light
- Actinic keratosis treatment
- Malignant Lesion Removal (Trunk/Limbs)
- Laser Removal of Skin Cancer
- Cryosurgery for Skin Cancer
- Electrosurgery for Malignant Lesion
- PDT for Precancerous Skin
- Light Therapy for Skin Cancer
- Photosensitizing Drug Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 96574: Debridement of premalignant hyperkeratotic lesion(s) (ie, targeted curettage, abrasion) followed with photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitizing drug(s) provided by a physician or other qualified health care professional, per day
- 17261: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 96573: Photodynamic therapy by external application of light to destroy premalignant lesions of the skin and adjacent mucosa with application and illumination/activation of photosensitizing drug(s) provided by a physician or other qualified health care professional, per day
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
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
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
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
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Hawaii (HMSA)
Conifer Health Solutions
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mohawk Industries
UnitedHealthcare
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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
What is Dr. Nip Sakamoto's NPI number?An 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. Contact Dr. Nip Sakamoto to book an appointment today.
Is this 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is 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 Carla Nip Sakamoto?
Please contact Dr. Nip Sakamoto's office at (808) 536-9888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto have?
Dr. Carla Nip Sakamoto is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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