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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yu, Specialist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Chung Chi Yu, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Yu graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. Dr. Yu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu’s office at (732) 257-4900.
Where did Dr. Yu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Yu board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Chung Chi Yu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Yu speak?
Dr. Yu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Yu treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Yu 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. Yu. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Yu perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Yu 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. Yu. 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:
- 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:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Cataract surgery
- intraocular lens implantation
- phacoemulsification
- IOL implant
CPT Codes:
- 66988: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?
Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 257-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Yu in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Braven Health
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yu's office located?
Dr. Chung Chi Yu's Primary Practice
23 Oceanic Ave
Staten Island, NY 10312
(732) 257-4900
What is Dr. Yu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235394842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yu
What is Dr. Chung Chi Yu's specialty?
Dr. Yu is a Specialist near Staten Island, NY. Contact Dr. Yu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chung Chi Yu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yu is affiliated with Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Old Bridge 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Chung Chi Yu accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Chung Chi Yu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chung Chi Yu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (732) 257-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chung Chi Yu?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (732) 257-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chung Chi Yu have?
Dr. Chung Chi Yu is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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