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Who is Dr. Shin, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Grace Shin, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shin graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed her residency at Ucla Mc J Stein Eye Inst, Ophthalmology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shin’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shin’s office at (702) 896-2020.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shin?
Dr. Grace Shin, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shin empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, Macular Disease/Degeneration, Pediatric Ophthalmology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Las Vegas, NV community, Dr. Shin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Shin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Mc J Stein Eye Inst, Ophthalmology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Jules Stein Eye Institute UCLA
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Shin board certified as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Grace Shin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Shin speak?
Dr. Shin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Shin typically treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Shin 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. Shin. 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:
- Inward Turning Eye
- Walleye
- Vertical Strabismus
- Esotropia
- Alternating Walleye
- Monocular Exotropia
- Crossed Eyes
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
- Convergent Strabismus
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
- Convergent strabismus
- Inward turning eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
- H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Chalazion
- Eyelid Disorder
- Meibomian cyst
- Eyelid cyst
- Stye-like bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- H0014: Chalazion left upper eyelid
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Shin typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Shin 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. Shin. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Eye Muscle Transposition Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Paretic Extraocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67320: Transposition procedure (eg, for paretic extraocular muscle), any extraocular muscle (specify) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Adjustable Suture Placement for Eye Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery with Adjustable Sutures
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Squint Correction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67335: Placement of adjustable suture(s) during strabismus surgery, including postoperative adjustment(s) of suture(s) (List separately in addition to code for specific strabismus surgery)
Also known as:
- Chalazion Removal (Under General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Chalazion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67808: Excision of chalazion; under general anesthesia and/or requiring hospitalization, single or multiple
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
Does Dr. Shin accept my insurance?
Dr. Shin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 896-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shin accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Shin in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shin's office located?
Dr. Grace Shin's Primary Practice
6028 S Fort Apache Rd Ste 101
Las Vegas, NV 89148
(702) 896-2020
What is Dr. Shin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063501500.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shin
What is Dr. Grace Shin's specialty?
Dr. Shin is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Las Vegas, NV.
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Grace Shin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shin 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 Grace Shin accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Grace Shin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Grace Shin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shin's office at (702) 896-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Grace Shin?
Please contact Dr. Shin's office at (702) 896-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Grace Shin have?
Dr. Grace Shin is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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