23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Birch, Podiatrist in Kahului, HI?
Dr. Douglas Birch is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Kahului, HI. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Birch completed his residency at Norristown Hospital and Medical Center. He is a member of the Hawaii Podiatric Medical Association. Dr. Birch is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birch’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birch’s office at (808) 877-3668.
Where did Dr. Birch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Norristown Hospital and Medical Center
Medical School: Samuel Merritt University, California College of Podiatric Medicine
What languages does Dr. Birch speak?
Dr. Birch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does Dr. Birch treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Birch 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. Birch. 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Thick Skin on Hands and Feet
- Sun Exposure
- Palmoplantar keratoderma
- Keratoderma
- Thickened skin palms soles
ICD-10 Codes:
- L851: Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Metatarsalgia
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ball of Foot Pain
- Forefoot Pain
- Metatarsal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7742: Metatarsalgia, left foot
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What procedures does Dr. Birch perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Birch 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. Birch. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
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
Does Dr. Birch accept my insurance?
Dr. Birch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 877-3668 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birch accept in Kahului, HI?
Dr. Birch in Kahului, 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 of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Conifer Health Solutions
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mohawk Industries
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Birch's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 7 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
90% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Douglas Birch an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Birch has been rated and reviewed by 7 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Birch, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
Hawaii Podiatric Medical Association
Past President
What is Dr. Birch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033113071.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birch
What is Dr. Douglas Birch's specialty?
Dr. Birch is a Podiatrist near Kahului, HI. A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy. Contact Dr. Birch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Birch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Birch is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maui Memorial Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Douglas Birch accepting new patients in Kahului, HI?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Birch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Birch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birch's office at (808) 877-3668 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Birch?
Please contact Dr. Birch's office at (808) 877-3668 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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