Dr. Lauren Yeager, MD
New York, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yeager, Ophthalmologist in New York, NY?
Lauren Yeager, MD graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the Honors College at the University of Michigan with a degree in Biopsychology and Cognitive Science. She received her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and then completed an internal medicine internship at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, New York. She completed a general ophthalmology residency at State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Medical Center and then went on to complete a fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus at Children?s National Medical Center in Washington, DC. Dr. Yeager specializes in pediatric and adult strabismus, as well as the treatment of all childhood eye conditions. She is fellowship trained to perform a wide variety of pediatric ophthalmic surgeries, including pediatric cataract surgery, anterior segment surgery, lacrimal system surgery, and eyelid surgery. Dr. Yeager is interested in international health care and has participated in multiple medical and surgical mission trips to the Dominican Republic. She has also presented at numerous national meetings, including the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, the Constenbader Society, and the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
WebsiteWhere did Dr. Yeager go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: George Washington University / School of Medicine And Health Sciences
Residency: Suny Downstate Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Yeager speak?
Dr. Yeager and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Yeager treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Yeager 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. Yeager. 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:
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Farsightedness
- Unequal Vision
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
- Hyperopia
- Difficulty Seeing Up Close
- Blurry Near Vision
- Blurred vision
- Distorted vision
- Irregular cornea
- Irregular Cornea
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Anisometropia
- Different Eye Prescriptions
- Vision Disparity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
- H5200: Hypermetropia, unspecified eye
- H5210: Myopia, unspecified eye
- H52209: Unspecified astigmatism, unspecified eye
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5231: Anisometropia
Also known as:
- Outward Hidden Eye Turn
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Walleye
- Esotropia
- Hidden Inward Eye Turn
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Latent Outward Squint
- Exophoria
- Eye Muscle Imbalance
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Esophoria
- Latent esotropia
- Hidden crossed eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5052: Exophoria
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5051: Esophoria
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Amblyopia
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, 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 Eyelid Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Eyelid Disorder
- Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
- Rare Eyelid Malformations
- Infant Eyelid Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Atopic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1013: Acute atopic conjunctivitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Medical Exam for Unspecified Reason
- General medical observation
- Routine checkup
- Unspecified health assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z049: Encounter for examination and observation for unspecified reason
Does Dr. Yeager accept my insurance?
Dr. Yeager accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yeager accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Yeager in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Yeager's office located?
CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital
3959 Broadway
New York, NY 10032
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Yeager's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yeager's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407019896.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yeager?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yeager
What is Dr. Lauren Yeager's specialty?
Dr. Yeager is a Ophthalmologist near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Yeager to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lauren Yeager affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yeager is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell 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
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Is Lauren Yeager accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Yeager is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Yeager offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yeager's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Yeager?
Please contact Dr. Yeager's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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3959 Broadway
New York, NY 10032