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17 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Khong, Ophthalmologist in Alameda, CA?
Dr. Dorothy Khong, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Alameda, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Khong is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khong’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khong’s office at (510) 522-0377.
Is Dr. Khong board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Dorothy Khong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Khong speak?
Dr. Khong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Khong treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Khong 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. Khong. 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:
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Narrow-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- High Eye Pressure
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Acute Glaucoma
- Closed-Angle Glaucoma
- Long-term Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Gradual Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Persistent Narrow-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40031: Anatomical narrow angle, right eye
- H402234: Chronic angle-closure glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
- H40032: Anatomical narrow angle, left eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
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:
- Left Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Left Facial Twitch
- Left Facial Muscle Spasm
- Left Side Facial Tic
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left
Also known as:
- Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
- Eyelid Disorder
- MGD
- Blocked eyelid glands
- Eyelid oil gland problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02881: Meibomian gland dysfunction right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis
What procedures does Dr. Khong perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Khong 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. Khong. 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 Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
CPT Codes:
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Khong accept my insurance?
Dr. Khong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 522-0377 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khong accept in Alameda, CA?
Dr. Khong in Alameda, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Khong's office located?
What is Dr. Khong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326146630.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khong
What is Dr. Dorothy Khong's specialty?
Dr. Khong is a Ophthalmologist near Alameda, 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. Khong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dorothy Khong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Khong is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus. 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 Dorothy Khong accepting new patients in Alameda, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dorothy Khong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dorothy Khong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khong's office at (510) 522-0377 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dorothy Khong?
Please contact Dr. Khong's office at (510) 522-0377 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dorothy Khong have?
Dr. Dorothy Khong is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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