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Who is Dr. Cheung, Ophthalmologist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Albert Cheung, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cheung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheung’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheung’s office at (757) 622-2200.
What languages does Dr. Cheung speak?
Dr. Cheung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cheung treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Cheung 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. Cheung. 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
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
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:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
Also known as:
- Nerve-Related Eye Inflammation
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Nerve Damage Inflammation
- Neurotrophic Keratitis
- Corneal and Conjunctival Nerve Inflammation
- Corneal problems
- Eye surface conditions
- Keratopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16233: Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, bilateral
- H16232: Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, left eye
- H18893: Other specified disorders of cornea, bilateral
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Cone-shaped Cornea
- Corneal Thinning Disorder
- Bulging Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18623: Keratoconus, unstable, bilateral
- H18613: Keratoconus, stable, bilateral
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Suture Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitch removal
- Taking out stitches
- Post-surgery suture care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures
Also known as:
- Hereditary Corneal Dystrophies
- Corneal Disorder
- Genetic Corneal Disorders
- Inherited Corneal Conditions
- Familial Eye Dystrophies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18593: Other hereditary corneal dystrophies, bilateral
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H179: Unspecified corneal scar and opacity
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Tears
- Dry Eyes
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
- Ocular Dryness
- Chronic Dry Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04122: Dry eye syndrome of left lacrimal gland
What procedures does Dr. Cheung perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Cheung 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. Cheung. 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 Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Corneal Lesion Removal (Keratectomy)
- Partial Corneal Transplant
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Eye Adhesion Removal
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Tear Duct Opening Closure
- Partial Vitreous Removal (Eye Surgery)
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Corneal Excision
- Lamellar Keratectomy
- Partial Cornea Removal
- Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty
- Corneal Graft (Partial)
- DALK (Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty)
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- Anterior Synechiae Lysis
- Eye Adhesion Severing
- Incisional Eye Adhesion Removal
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Punctal Occlusion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Treatment (Punctal)
- Anterior Vitrectomy
- Open Sky Vitrectomy
- Eye Gel Removal
- Vitreous Humor Surgery
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65400: Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium
- 65710: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); anterior lamellar
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 65870: Severing adhesions of anterior segment of eye, incisional technique (with or without injection of air or liquid) (separate procedure); anterior synechiae, except goniosynechiae
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 68760: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by thermocauterization, ligation, or laser surgery
- 67010: Removal of vitreous, anterior approach (open sky technique or limbal incision); subtotal removal with mechanical vitrectomy
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
Also known as:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Penetrating Corneal Transplant
- Corneal Transplant Surgery
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
- Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
- PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
- Cornea Replacement Surgery
- Penetrating Keratoplasty
- Eye Surface Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
- 65730: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (except in aphakia or pseudophakia)
- 65755: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (in pseudophakia)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Eye Surface Injection
- Eye Injection (Anterior Chamber)
- Injection into Eye Capsule
- Subconjunctival Shot
- Eye Injection
- Conjunctival Injection
- Injection into front of eye
- Anterior chamber injection
- Ocular injection
- Tenon's Capsule Injection
- Periocular Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 68200: Subconjunctival injection
- 66020: Injection, anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); air or liquid
- 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Temporary Eyelid Closure
- Eyelid Closure Surgery
- Eyelid suturing
- Frost suture procedure
- Temporary tarsorrhaphy
- Tarsorrhaphy
- Canthorrhaphy
- Eyelid Adhesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67875: Temporary closure of eyelids by suture (eg, Frost suture)
- 67880: Construction of intermarginal adhesions, median tarsorrhaphy, or canthorrhaphy;
Also known as:
- Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye (No Stitches)
- Ocular surface repair with amniotic membrane
- Eye membrane graft
- Sutureless amniotic membrane transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65778: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures
Also known as:
- Cornea Lesion Removal (Cryotherapy/Laser)
- Corneal Lesion Destruction
- Photocoagulation of Cornea
- Thermocautery for Corneal Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 65450: Destruction of lesion of cornea by cryotherapy, photocoagulation or thermocauterization
Also known as:
- Eye Surface Reconstruction with Amniotic Membrane
- Amniotic Membrane Transplant (Eye)
- Ocular Surface Repair
- Cornea Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 65780: Ocular surface reconstruction; amniotic membrane transplantation, multiple layers
Also known as:
- Eye Surgery Wound Repair
- Anterior segment wound revision
- Eye wound repair
- Ocular wound revision
CPT Codes:
- 66250: Revision or repair of operative wound of anterior segment, any type, early or late, major or minor procedure
Also known as:
- Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
- Trichiasis Epilation
- Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
- Ingrown Eyelash Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only
Also known as:
- Conjunctiva Repair with Graft
- Conjunctival Grafting
- Eye Surface Reconstruction
- Extensive Conjunctivoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 68320: Conjunctivoplasty; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement
Also known as:
- Cornea Surface Cell Removal with Chelating Agent
- Corneal debridement with EDTA
- Removal of corneal surface cells
- Eye surface treatment
CPT Codes:
- 65436: Removal of corneal epithelium; with application of chelating agent (eg, EDTA)
Also known as:
- Eye Surface Stem Cell Transplant
- Limbal Stem Cell Transplant
- Corneal Stem Cell Graft
- Ocular Surface Repair with Stem Cells
CPT Codes:
- 65781: Ocular surface reconstruction; limbal stem cell allograft (eg, cadaveric or living donor)
Also known as:
- Conjunctiva Biopsy
- Eye Surface Biopsy
- Conjunctival Tissue Sample
- Biopsy of the Eye Lining
CPT Codes:
- 68100: Biopsy of conjunctiva
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Exchange
- IOL Exchange
- Cataract Lens Replacement (Secondary)
- Replacement of Eye Implant
CPT Codes:
- 66986: Exchange of intraocular lens
Does Dr. Cheung accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 622-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheung accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Cheung in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fox Insurance Company
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cheung's office located?
Dr. Albert Cheung's Primary Practice
241 Corporate Blvd Ste 210
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 622-2200
What is Dr. Cheung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cheung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134482466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cheung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cheung
What is Dr. Albert Cheung's specialty?
Dr. Cheung is a Ophthalmologist near Norfolk, VA. 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. Cheung to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Albert Cheung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cheung is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Albert Cheung accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Albert Cheung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Albert Cheung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheung's office at (757) 622-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Albert Cheung?
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