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Dr. Alexander Chop, PHD, MD

Palm Desert, CA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Chop, Ophthalmologist in Palm Desert, CA?

    Dr. Alexander Chop, PHD, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Palm Desert, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Chop completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Ophthalmology; St Luke'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chop is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chop’s office at (760) 779-0800.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Ophthalmology; St Luke'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chop speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chop treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chop 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. Chop. 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:

    • 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:

    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353232: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry 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:

    • Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    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

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Corneal Clouding
    • Corneal Haze
    • Corneal Leukoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1789: Other corneal scars and opacities

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Edema
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Swelling of the Retina
    • Fluid in Retina
    • Macular Edema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3581: Retinal edema

    Does Dr. Chop accept my insurance?

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

    Where is Dr. Chop's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Chop's Primary Practice

    44139 Monterey Ave Ste A

    Palm Desert, CA 92260

    (760) 779-0800

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    Dr. Alexander Chop's Practice 2

    77 W Barney St

    Gouverneur, NY 13642

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    Dr. Alexander Chop's Practice 3

    100 Holland Circle Dr

    Amsterdam, NY 12010

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

    Dr. Chop's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952368920.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chop?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Chop's specialty?

    Dr. Chop is a Ophthalmologist near Palm Desert, CA. 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. Chop to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Chop affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Chop 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

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    Is Alexander Chop accepting new patients in Palm Desert, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Chop is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Chop offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chop's office at (760) 779-0800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Chop?

    Please contact Dr. Chop's office at (760) 779-0800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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