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Who is Dr. Hong, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Augustine Hong, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hong graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Cook County Hospital Program. Dr. Hong is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hong’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hong’s office at (314) 273-0020.
Where did Dr. Hong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hong speak?
Dr. Hong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hong treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Hong 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. Hong. 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
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
What procedures does Dr. Hong perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Hong 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. Hong. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Hong accept my insurance?
Dr. Hong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 273-0020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hong accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Hong in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Medicare
Proamerica Managed Care
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hong's office located?
Dr. Augustine Hong's Primary Practice
450 N New Ballas Rd Ste 260
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 273-0020
Dr. Augustine Hong's Practice 2
5201 Mid America Plz Ste 2500
Saint Louis, MO 63129
(314) 273-0020
What is Dr. Hong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730316449.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hong
What is Dr. Augustine Hong's specialty?
Dr. Hong is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Saint Louis, MO. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Hong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Augustine Hong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hong is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Louis Va Medical Center - Jefferson Barracks. 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
Where can I learn more about Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
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Is Augustine Hong accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Augustine Hong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Augustine Hong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (314) 273-0020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Augustine Hong?
Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (314) 273-0020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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