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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vuong, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Laurel Vuong, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Vuong is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vuong’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vuong’s office at (617) 367-4800.
What languages does Dr. Vuong speak?
Dr. Vuong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Vuong treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Vuong 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. Vuong. 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:
- Swelling of the Optic Disc from Increased Brain Pressure
- Optic Atrophy
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Nerve Inflammation
- Pseudopapilledema
- Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Papilledema with intracranial pressure
- Optic disc edema from high ICP
- Swollen optic nerve due to brain pressure
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
- Optic Neuritis
- Swollen Optic Nerve
- Inflamed Optic Nerve
- Pseudo-swollen optic disc
- Optic disc elevation
- Congenital optic disc anomaly
- Optic Nerve Stroke
- Eye Stroke
- Lack of Blood Flow to Optic Nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4711: Papilledema associated with increased intracranial pressure
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
- H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
- H47333: Pseudopapilledema of optic disc, bilateral
- H47011: Ischemic optic neuropathy, right eye
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Visual Field Defects
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Blind spots in vision
- Peripheral vision loss
- Vision field problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5340: Unspecified visual field defects
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
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:
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- G245: Blepharospasm
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:
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Right Facial Twitch
- Involuntary Right Facial Contractions
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Vuong perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Laurel Vuong 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. Vuong's office.
Does Dr. Vuong accept my insurance?
Dr. Vuong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 367-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vuong accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Vuong in Boston, MA 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 Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
EyeMed
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vuong's office located?
Dr. Laurel Vuong's Primary Practice
800 Washington St # 1013
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 367-4800
Dr. Laurel Vuong's Practice 2
725 Concord Ave Ste 2200
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 876-3660
What is Dr. Vuong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vuong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649504523.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vuong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vuong
What is Dr. Laurel Vuong's specialty?
Dr. Vuong is a Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA. 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. Vuong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laurel Vuong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vuong is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Laurel Vuong accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Laurel Vuong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurel Vuong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vuong's office at (617) 367-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurel Vuong?
Please contact Dr. Vuong's office at (617) 367-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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