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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhuang, Ophthalmologist in Durham, NC?
Dr. Iris Zhuang is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zhuang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhuang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhuang’s office at (424) 306-4000.
What languages does Dr. Zhuang speak?
Dr. Zhuang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Zhuang typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Zhuang 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. Zhuang. 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:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- Advanced diabetic eye disease
- Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
- New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Zhuang typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Zhuang 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. Zhuang. 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:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
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 Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Does Dr. Zhuang accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhuang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (424) 306-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhuang accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. Zhuang in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zhuang's office located?
What is Dr. Zhuang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhuang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205457439.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhuang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhuang
What is Dr. Iris Zhuang's specialty?
Dr. Zhuang is a Ophthalmologist near Durham, NC.
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. Iris Zhuang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhuang is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Duke University Hospital 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 Iris Zhuang accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Iris Zhuang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Iris Zhuang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhuang's office at (424) 306-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Iris Zhuang?
Please contact Dr. Zhuang's office at (424) 306-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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