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. 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 as a 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
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, 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
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, 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
What procedures does Dr. Kung perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Kung 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. 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:
- 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
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Laser Vitreous Surgery
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair (Laser)
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- Cataract surgery
- intraocular lens implantation
- phacoemulsification
- IOL implant
- Vitreolysis
- laser eye surgery
- vitreous strand removal
- YAG laser vitreolysis
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Laser Retinal Repair
- Photocoagulation for Retina
- Detached Retina Surgery
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)
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 66988: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
- 67031: Severing of vitreous strands, vitreous face adhesions, sheets, membranes or opacities, laser surgery (1 or more stages)
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67105: Repair of retinal detachment, including drainage of subretinal fluid when performed; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
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:
- 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:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Ciliary Body Destruction for Glaucoma
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
- Cyclodialysis
- Glaucoma Eye Surgery
- Ciliary Body Ablation
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
- 66740: Ciliary body destruction; cyclodialysis
Also known as:
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
Also known as:
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Iridoplasty
- Photocoagulation Iridoplasty
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Anterior Chamber Angle Widening
CPT Codes:
- 66762: Iridoplasty by photocoagulation (1 or more sessions) (eg, for improvement of vision, for widening of anterior chamber angle)
Also known as:
- Scleral Reinforcement with Graft
- Scleral Grafting
- Eye Wall Strengthening
- Posterior Scleral Reinforcement
CPT Codes:
- 67255: Scleral reinforcement (separate procedure); with graft
Also known as:
- Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye (No Stitches)
- Ocular surface repair with amniotic membrane
- Eye membrane graft
- Sutureless amniotic membrane transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65778: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures
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
Braven Health
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
Citizens Rx
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Tennessee
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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