Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kung, Specialist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. John Kung, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Kung graduated from MT SINAI SCH OF MED OF NY UNIVERSITY and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Ophthalmology; St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kung is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kung’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kung’s office at (718) 648-8880.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kung?
Dr. John Kung, 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. Kung empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Cataract Surgery Complications, Corneal Disease, Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, Keratoconus, Laser Surgery, LASIK-Refractive Surgery, Light Adjustable Implant, Macular Degeneration, Telemedicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Staten Island/NY community, Dr. Kung is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Ophthalmology; St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Columbia Presby | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program
Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny | MT SINAI SCH OF MED OF NY UNIVERSITY | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Is Dr. Kung board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Kung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Kung speak?
Dr. Kung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Kung treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Kung 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. Kung. 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:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
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:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, 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
Also known as:
- Glaucoma
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Glaucomatous optic neuropathy
- Eye pressure damage
- Optic nerve damage from glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47233: Glaucomatous optic atrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Visual Discomfort
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Eye strain
- Eye fatigue
- Uncomfortable vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53143: Visual discomfort, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blepharoconjunctivitis
- Pink Eye
- Eyelid and Eye Inflammation
- Lid-Conjunctiva Inflammation
- Blepharitis and Conjunctivitis
- Eyelid and Eye Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H10503: Unspecified blepharoconjunctivitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Hereditary Corneal Dystrophies
- Corneal Disorder
- Genetic Corneal Disorders
- Inherited Corneal Conditions
- Familial Eye Dystrophies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18593: Other hereditary corneal dystrophies, bilateral
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:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Does Dr. Kung accept my insurance?
Dr. Kung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 648-8880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kung accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Kung in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Braven Health
Centene
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kung's office located?
What is Dr. Kung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497857080.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kung
What is Dr. John Kung's specialty?
Dr. Kung is a Specialist near Staten Island, NY. Contact Dr. Kung to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Kung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kung is affiliated with Saint Peter's University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 John Kung accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. John Kung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Kung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kung's office at (718) 648-8880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Kung?
Please contact Dr. Kung's office at (718) 648-8880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Kung have?
Dr. John Kung is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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