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Who is Dr. Higuchi, Anesthesiologist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Colin Higuchi, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Higuchi graduated from University of Hawaii. Dr. Higuchi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higuchi’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higuchi’s office at (808) 545-1557.
Where did Dr. Higuchi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Hawaii
Is Dr. Higuchi board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Colin Higuchi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Higuchi speak?
Dr. Higuchi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Higuchi typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Higuchi 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. Higuchi. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Higuchi typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Colin Higuchi may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Higuchi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Higuchi accept my insurance?
Dr. Higuchi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 545-1557 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higuchi accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Higuchi in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CMS
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Quest
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Higuchi's office located?
Dr. Colin Higuchi's Primary Practice
321 N Kuakini St Ste 306
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 545-1557
What is Dr. Higuchi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Higuchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952588196.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Higuchi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Higuchi
What is Dr. Colin Higuchi's specialty?
Dr. Higuchi is a Anesthesiologist near Honolulu, HI.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Colin Higuchi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Higuchi is affiliated with The Queen's Medical Center, Pali Momi 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Colin Higuchi accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Colin Higuchi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Colin Higuchi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higuchi's office at (808) 545-1557 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Colin Higuchi?
Please contact Dr. Higuchi's office at (808) 545-1557 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Colin Higuchi have?
Dr. Colin Higuchi is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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