MY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yee, Neurologist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Melvin Yee, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. He is board certified. Dr. Yee graduated from University of California. Dr. Yee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yee’s office at (808) 523-5885.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yee?
Dr. Melvin Yee, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist 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. Yee empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Parkinson's Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Honolulu/HI community, Dr. Yee is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Yee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Yee board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Melvin Yee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Yee speak?
Dr. Yee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Yee treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Yee 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. Yee. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Fluctuating Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Multiple Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- Polyneuropathy
- Widespread Nerve Damage
- Generalized Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Ischemia
- Cerebral Infarction
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- Brain Hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6381: Other cerebral infarction due to occlusion or stenosis of small artery
- I6782: Cerebral ischemia
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Left Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Left Facial Twitch
- Left Facial Muscle Spasm
- Left Side Facial Tic
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left
Also known as:
- Other Types of Mini-Strokes
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Atypical TIA
- Uncommon mini-stroke
- Transient cerebral ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G458: Other transient cerebral ischemic attacks and related syndromes
Also known as:
- Unsteady Walking (Ataxia)
- Walking Problems
- Ataxia
- Clumsy Walking
- Impaired Balance While Walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R260: Ataxic gait
What procedures does Dr. Yee perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Yee 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. Yee. 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:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Yee accept my insurance?
Dr. Yee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 523-5885 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yee accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Yee 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)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Centene
Conifer Health Solutions
Humana
Medicare
Mohawk Industries
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Yee's office located?
Dr. Melvin Yee's Primary Practice
321 N Kuakini St Ste 810
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 523-5885
What is Dr. Yee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124026455.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yee
What is Dr. Melvin Yee's specialty?
Dr. Yee is a Neurologist near Honolulu, HI.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Yee to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Melvin Yee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yee is affiliated with Kuakini 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 Neurologist?
Explore Neurologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Melvin Yee accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Melvin Yee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melvin Yee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yee's office at (808) 523-5885 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melvin Yee?
Please contact Dr. Yee's office at (808) 523-5885 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melvin Yee have?
Dr. Melvin Yee is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Other Neurologist Near Honolulu, HI
TS
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Terry Shimamoto, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified.
Honolulu, HI
KK
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Kevin Kimata, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified.
Honolulu, HI
AB
Psychiatrist
Accepting patientsDr. Alan Buffenstein, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Honolulu, HI