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Who is Dr. Yang, Ophthalmologist in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Christopher Yang, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Yang is fluent in English, Afrikaans, Chinese, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yang’s office.
Where did Dr. Yang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus
What languages does Dr. Yang speak?
Dr. Yang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Afrikaans
Chinese
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Yang typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Yang 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. Yang. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye gel sticking to the macula
- Eye Disease
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
- VMA
- Macular adhesion
- Vitreous traction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
- H43823: Vitreomacular adhesion, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Yang typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Yang 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. Yang. 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:
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
Does Dr. Yang accept my insurance?
Dr. Yang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yang accept in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Yang in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yang's office located?
What is Dr. Yang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639480692.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yang
What is Dr. Christopher Yang's specialty?
Dr. Yang is a Ophthalmologist near Gig Harbor, WA.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Christopher Yang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. 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 Christopher Yang accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Yang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Yang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Yang?
Please contact Dr. Yang's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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