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Dr. Chia-Der Wu, MD

Ophthalmologist

Flushing, NY

53 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Wu, Ophthalmologist in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Chia-Der Wu, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY. He has been practicing for over 53 years. Dr. Wu graduated from Taipei Med University and completed his residency at St Clares Hosp Hlth Ctr, Ophthalmology; Mount Vernon Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Wu is fluent in English, Chinese, and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (718) 762-2113.

    Where did Dr. Wu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: St Clares Hosp Hlth Ctr, Ophthalmology; Mount Vernon Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Mount Vernon Hospital | Montefiore - Mount Vernon Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Taipei Med Coll, Taipei, Taiwan | Taipei Med University | Taipei Med University | Rheinisch-Westf‰lische Technische Hochschule Aachen Medizinische Fakult‰t

    What languages does Dr. Wu speak?

    Dr. Wu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Japanese

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Wu typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Wu 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. Wu. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Long-term Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Gradual Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Persistent Narrow-Angle Glaucoma
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H402231: Chronic angle-closure glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Wu typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chia-Der Wu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Chia-Der Wu's Primary Practice

    13347 Sanford Ave Ste 2B

    Flushing, NY 11355

    (718) 762-2113

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    What is Dr. Wu's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538194451.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wu

    What is Dr. Chia-Der Wu's specialty?

    Dr. Wu is an Ophthalmologist near Flushing, NY.

    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 Dr. Chia-Der Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Wu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Ophthalmologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Chia-Der Wu accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Chia-Der Wu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chia-Der Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (718) 762-2113 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chia-Der Wu?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (718) 762-2113 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's office is located in Flushing, NY.