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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mah, Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Francis Mah, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Mah is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mah’s office at (858) 554-6726.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mah?
Dr. Francis Mah, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mah empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Cornea Transplant, Corneal Disease & Surgery, LASIK-Refractive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the La Jolla/CA community, Dr. Mah is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Mah speak?
Dr. Mah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Mah treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Mah 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. Mah. 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:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
What procedures does Dr. Mah perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Mah 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. Mah. 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Corneal Lesion Removal (Keratectomy)
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Corneal Excision
- Lamellar Keratectomy
- Partial Cornea Removal
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
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)
- 65400: Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
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:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Does Dr. Mah accept my insurance?
Dr. Mah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-6726 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mah accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Mah in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Crown Cork and Seal Company
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mah's office located?
Dr. Francis Mah's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd Fl 2
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-6726
What is Dr. Mah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528032620.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mah
What is Dr. Francis Mah's specialty?
Dr. Mah is a Specialist near La Jolla, CA. Contact Dr. Mah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francis Mah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mah is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Francis Mah accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Francis Mah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Mah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mah's office at (858) 554-6726 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Mah?
Please contact Dr. Mah's office at (858) 554-6726 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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