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Who is Dr. Yiu, Retina Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Glenn Yiu, MD, PHD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yiu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yiu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yiu’s office.
What languages does Dr. Yiu speak?
Dr. Yiu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Yiu typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Yiu 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. Yiu. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Yiu typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Yiu 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. Yiu. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Injection into Eye Capsule
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
- Tenon's Capsule Injection
- Periocular Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
- 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal 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)
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Does Dr. Yiu accept my insurance?
Dr. Yiu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yiu accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Yiu in Sacramento, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yiu's office located?
What is Dr. Yiu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yiu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730348921.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yiu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yiu
What is Dr. Glenn Yiu's specialty?
Dr. Yiu is a Retina Specialist near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. Glenn Yiu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yiu is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, Renown Regional 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 a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Glenn Yiu accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Glenn Yiu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Glenn Yiu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yiu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Glenn Yiu?
Please contact Dr. Yiu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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