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Dr. Joseph Hsu, MD

Dr. Joseph Hsu, MD

Downey, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

    Who is Dr. Hsu, Ophthalmologist in Downey, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Hsu, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Downey, CA. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Hsu graduated from Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc and completed his residency at UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN, DALLAS. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY. Dr. Hsu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hsu’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hsu’s office at (562) 861-7291.

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

    • Fellowship: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA/DOHENY EYE INSTITUTE | JOHNS HOPKINS/WILMER EYE INSTITUTE

    • Residency: UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN, DALLAS

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc

    Is Dr. Hsu board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Hsu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Hsu speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hsu treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hsu 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. Hsu. 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:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
    • H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye

    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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Pannus
    • New Blood Vessels on Part of Cornea
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Pannus of the eye
    • Corneal vascular membrane
    • Blood vessel growth on cornea
    • Local Corneal Neovascularization
    • Partial Corneal Vascularization
    • Limited Blood Vessel Growth on Cornea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16423: Pannus (corneal), bilateral
    • H16433: Localized vascularization of cornea, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Small Pupils
    • Eye Disease
    • Miosis
    • Constricted pupils
    • Pinpoint pupils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5703: Miosis

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Band keratopathy
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Calcific band keratopathy
    • Corneal calcification
    • Calcium deposits on cornea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H18423: Band keratopathy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H524: Presbyopia

    Does Dr. Hsu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hsu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 861-7291 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hsu accept in Downey, CA?

    Dr. Hsu in Downey, 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 Third Party

    • Bright Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthSmart

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • PIH Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hsu's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Hsu's Primary Practice

    8333 Iowa St

    Downey, CA 90241

    (562) 861-7291

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph Hsu?

    Dr. Hsu has appointments available at his Downey, CA office. Please select a date and time below.

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY

    ACTIVE MEMBER

    2000

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

    Dr. Hsu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760584270.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hsu?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Hsu's specialty?

    Dr. Hsu is a Ophthalmologist near Downey, 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. Hsu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Hsu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hsu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Pih Health Downey 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

    Where can I learn more about Ophthalmologist?

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    Is Joseph Hsu accepting new patients in Downey, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Hsu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Hsu offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hsu, or call (562) 861-7291 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Hsu?

    Please contact Dr. Hsu's office at (562) 861-7291 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Hsu have?

    Dr. Joseph Hsu is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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