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Melanie M. Akau, OD

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Specializes in: Optometry (Primary Eye Care)

University of California, Berkeley Optometry (2012)

Professional interests include: macular degeneration, vision problems, glaucoma, and more.

1435 Wazee Street Suite 101
Denver, CO 80202

(720) 553-0393

Melanie M. Akau, OD is an optometrist in Denver, CO specializing in optometry (primary eye care). She graduated from University of California, Berkeley Optometry in 2012 and has 12 years of experience. Melanie M. Akau, OD is affiliated with UCHealth, University of Colorado Medicine, UCHealth Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center - LoDo and UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED.

Office Locations

Address:

1435 Wazee Street Suite 101
Denver, CO 80202

Address:

1675 Aurora Court
Aurora, CO 80045

Some issues Melanie M. Akau, OD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

doctor visit	60
eye procedures	123

**Gender**
Male	57
Female	96

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	140
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	71
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	13
Less than 65	31

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	30
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

eye procedures	34

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	44

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	53
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	32
From 75 to 84	21
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	111
eye procedures	235

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	159

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	148
Black	42
Hispanic	48
Asian	17
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	125
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	21
Less than 65	40

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	40
Dementia	11
Cancer	13

doctor visit	189
eye procedures	317

**Gender**
Male	131
Female	197

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	188
Black	53
Hispanic	52
Asian	19
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	151
From 75 to 84	87
85 and over	29
Less than 65	61

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	40
Dementia	10
Cancer	14

doctor visit	50
eye procedures	189

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	120

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	127
Black	21
Hispanic	29
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	100
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	23
Less than 65	35

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	40
Dementia	14
Cancer	13

doctor visit	680
eye procedures	955
ultrasound (sonogram)	22

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Melanie M. Akau, OD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Melanie M. Akau, OD treated as an optometrist in Denver, CO were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

doctor visit	220
eye procedures	313
ultrasound (sonogram)	22

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Melanie M. Akau, OD.

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	61

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	11
Asian / Pacific Islander	3
Non-Hispanic White	65
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	12
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	26
85 and over	8
Less than 65	16
65 to 74	47

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Melanie M. Akau, OD From 2016 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Melanie M. Akau, OD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	30
High Cholesterol	21
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	18
Atrial Fibrillation	3
Cancer	5
Dementia	4

Education & Training

Melanie M. Akau, OD graduated from University of California, Berkeley Optometry in 2012. She completed residency at Harvard Medical School Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in Colorado.

Medical School: University of California, Berkeley Optometry (2012)

Residency: Harvard Medical School Affiliated Hospitals (2013)

Licensed In: Colorado

Affiliations & Hospitals

Melanie M. Akau, OD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCHealth

University of Colorado Medicine

UCHealth Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center - LoDo

UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Melanie M. Akau, OD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.	$327 TYRVAYA $327
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC	$255 BTOD $225	BIOTRUE ONE DAY $30
Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.	$125 VisuMax $125
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation	$83 $83
Shire North American Group Inc	$59 XIIDRA $59
Other	$119 InflammaDry $36	RESTASIS $36	Acuvue $27	BOTOX $20

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$968

Biography

Dr. Melanie Akau practices optometry (primary eye care). She trained at a hospital affiliated with Harvard Medical School for her residency. Areas of expertise for Dr. Akau include vision problems, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. She is professionally affiliated with UCHealth and the University of Colorado Medicine.

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Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

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Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Melanie M. Akau, OD From 2016 - 2021

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