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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chen, Ophthalmologist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Timothy Chen, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (714) 456-7890.
What languages does Dr. Chen speak?
Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chen treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chen 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. Chen. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Retinal Detachment
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Retinal Detachment
- 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 Retinal Detachment
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
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
- E113523: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with traction retinal detachment involving the macula, bilateral
- E113553: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Serous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment
- Fluid Retinal Detachment
- Exudative Retinal Detachment
- Non-Rhegmatogenous Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3322: Serous retinal detachment, left eye
- H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
Also known as:
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
- H4313: Vitreous hemorrhage, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retina Disorder in Premature Babies
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Other Retinal Disorder
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- ROP
- Premature Infant Eye Disease
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
- Various Retinal Conditions
- Uncommon Retinal Diseases
- Miscellaneous Retinal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35103: Retinopathy of prematurity, unspecified, bilateral
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H3589: Other specified retinal disorders
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
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Advanced Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
- Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Swelling
- Advanced Diabetic Macular Edema
- New Blood Vessel Growth in Eye with Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E083513: Diabetes mellitus due to underlying condition with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
What procedures does Dr. Chen perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chen 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. Chen. 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:
- 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
- Removal of Eye Implant (Back of Eye)
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Intraocular Implant Removal
- Posterior Segment Implant Extraction
- Eye Device Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67121: Removal of implanted material, posterior segment; intraocular
- 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
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
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
Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 456-7890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Chen in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Techsystems
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chen's office located?
What is Dr. Chen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821617259.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chen
What is Dr. Timothy Chen's specialty?
Dr. Chen is a Ophthalmologist near Orange, 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. Chen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Timothy Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with UCI Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Ronald Reagan UCLA 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 Timothy Chen accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Chen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Chen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (714) 456-7890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Chen?
Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (714) 456-7890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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