Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ting, Retina Specialist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Tuow Ting is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ting graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Cole Eye Institute. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Ting is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ting’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ting’s office at (510) 832-6554.
Where did Dr. Ting go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Duke University, Retina/Vitreous Surgery
Residency: Cole Eye Institute | Cleveland Clinic | Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Ting board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Tuow Ting is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Ting speak?
Dr. Ting and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Ting typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Ting 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. Ting. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Ting typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Ting 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. Ting. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Retina Light Therapy (Single Session)
- Retinal photobiomodulation
- Eye light treatment
- Retina therapy session
CPT Codes:
- 0936T: Photobiomodulation Therapy Of Retina, Single Session
Does Dr. Ting accept my insurance?
Dr. Ting accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 832-6554 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ting accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Ting in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Central Health
Community Health Network of Washington
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ting's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Ting affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ting has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Sutter Delta Medical Center,Antioch, CARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Sutter Delta Medical Center,Antioch, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Eden Medical Center,Castro Valley, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Eden Medical Center,Castro Valley, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
John Muir Health Concord Medical Center,Concord, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
John Muir Health Concord Medical Center,Concord, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Retina Specialists
Member
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Ting's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ting's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043244437.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ting?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ting
What is Dr. Tuow Ting's specialty?
Dr. Ting is a Retina Specialist near Oakland, CA.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is Dr. Tuow Ting affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ting is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Eden Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Tuow Ting accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tuow Ting is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tuow Ting offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ting's office at (510) 832-6554 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tuow Ting?
Please contact Dr. Ting's office at (510) 832-6554 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Ting's office located?
Dr. Ting's offices are located in Oakland, CA, Antioch, CA, and Castro Valley, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tuow Ting have?
Dr. Tuow Ting is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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