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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lee, Ophthalmologist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Kwang Lee, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Lee graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Ophthalmology; Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Ophthalmology; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (702) 732-4500.
Where did Dr. Lee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Ophthalmology; Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Ophthalmology; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Internal Medicine | McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | NWU FEINBERG SCH OF MEDICINE | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lee board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Kwang Lee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Lee speak?
Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lee treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- 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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Right Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
- Advanced Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Right Eye
- Advanced Retina Damage Right Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Right Eye
- Advanced diabetic eye disease
- Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
- New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113412: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113411: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
- Retinal Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33311: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, right eye
Which procedures does Dr. Lee perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kwang Lee may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lee's office.
Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 732-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Lee in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Nevada
Unite Here Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?
Dr. Kwang Lee's Primary Practice
6980 Smoke Ranch Rd Ste 110
Las Vegas, NV 89128
(702) 732-4500
What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790724854.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee
What is Dr. Kwang Lee's specialty?
Dr. Lee is a Ophthalmologist near Las Vegas, NV. 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. Lee to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kwang Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lee 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 Kwang Lee accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Kwang Lee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kwang Lee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (702) 732-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kwang Lee?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (702) 732-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kwang Lee have?
Dr. Kwang Lee is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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