Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tsukikawa, Glaucoma Specialist in Waipahu, HI?
Dr. Mai Tsukikawa, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Waipahu, HI. Dr. Tsukikawa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsukikawa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsukikawa’s office at (919) 681-3937.
What languages does Dr. Tsukikawa speak?
Dr. Tsukikawa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Tsukikawa typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Tsukikawa 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. Tsukikawa. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H4010X0: Unspecified open-angle glaucoma, stage unspecified
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Tsukikawa typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Tsukikawa 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. Tsukikawa. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Cataract surgery
- intraocular lens implantation
- phacoemulsification
- IOL implant
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66988: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
Also known as:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Tsukikawa accept my insurance?
Dr. Tsukikawa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 681-3937 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tsukikawa accept in Waipahu, HI?
Dr. Tsukikawa in Waipahu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tsukikawa's office located?
Dr. Mai Tsukikawa's Primary Practice
94-873 Farrington Hwy Ste 102
Waipahu, HI 96797
(919) 681-3937
What is Dr. Tsukikawa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tsukikawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093249682.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsukikawa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tsukikawa
What is Dr. Mai Tsukikawa's specialty?
Dr. Tsukikawa is a Glaucoma Specialist near Waipahu, 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. Mai Tsukikawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tsukikawa is affiliated with Pali Momi Medical Center, Kuakini Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Mai Tsukikawa accepting new patients in Waipahu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Mai Tsukikawa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mai Tsukikawa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tsukikawa's office at (919) 681-3937 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mai Tsukikawa?
Please contact Dr. Tsukikawa's office at (919) 681-3937 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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