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Who is Dr. Chiou Smith, Ophthalmologist in Vallejo, CA?
Dr. Christine Chiou Smith, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Vallejo, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chiou Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiou Smith’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiou Smith’s office at (707) 651-1000.
What languages does Dr. Chiou Smith speak?
Dr. Chiou Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Chiou Smith typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chiou Smith 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. Chiou Smith. 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:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Chiou Smith typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chiou Smith 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. Chiou Smith. 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 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
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)
Does Dr. Chiou Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Chiou Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 651-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chiou Smith accept in Vallejo, CA?
Dr. Chiou Smith in Vallejo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Central Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chiou Smith's office located?
Dr. Christine Chiou Smith's Primary Practice
975 Sereno Dr
Vallejo, CA 94589
(707) 651-1000
What is Dr. Chiou Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chiou Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225209034.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chiou Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chiou Smith
What is Dr. Christine Chiou Smith's specialty?
Dr. Chiou Smith is a Ophthalmologist near Vallejo, CA.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.
Is this Dr. Christine Chiou Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chiou Smith is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Vacaville Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente- Vallejo Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek 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 Christine Chiou Smith accepting new patients in Vallejo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christine Chiou Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Chiou Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chiou Smith's office at (707) 651-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Chiou Smith?
Please contact Dr. Chiou Smith's office at (707) 651-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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