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Dr. Audrey Tai, DO

Mission Viejo, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tai, Ophthalmologist in Mission Viejo, CA?

    Dr. Audrey Tai, DO is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Mission Viejo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tai is fluent in English, Chinese, and Mandarin, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tai’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tai’s office at (949) 889-2020.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tai?

    Dr. Audrey Tai, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tai empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anterior Segment Surgery, Cataract Surgery, Cornea & External Eye Disease, Laser Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Mission Viejo/CA community, Dr. Tai is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Tai speak?

    Dr. Tai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Mandarin

    What conditions does Dr. Tai treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tai 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. Tai. 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
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye gel sticking to the macula
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging
    • VMA
    • Macular adhesion
    • Vitreous traction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
    • H43823: Vitreomacular adhesion, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage

    Also known as:

    • Irregular Astigmatism
    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Blurred Vision
    • Distorted Vision
    • Eye Curvature Problem
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H52213: Irregular astigmatism, bilateral
    • H524: Presbyopia

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Cloudy Cornea
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Corneal Clouding
    • Corneal Scarring
    • Corneal Opacity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H17823: Peripheral opacity of cornea, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Does Dr. Tai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 889-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tai accept in Mission Viejo, CA?

    Dr. Tai in Mission Viejo, CA 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 Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Scan Health Plan

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tai's office located?

    Dr. Audrey Tai's Primary Practice

    26800 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 340

    Mission Viejo, CA 92691

    (949) 889-2020

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    Dr. Audrey Tai's Practice 2

    653 Camino de los Mares Ste 107

    San Clemente, CA 92673

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    Dr. Audrey Tai's Practice 3

    520 N Prospect Ave Ste 206

    Redondo Beach, CA 90277

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    What is Dr. Tai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942555818.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tai?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tai

    What is Dr. Audrey Tai's specialty?

    Dr. Tai is a Ophthalmologist near Mission Viejo, CA. 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. Tai to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Audrey Tai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tai is affiliated with UCI 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 Audrey Tai accepting new patients in Mission Viejo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Audrey Tai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Audrey Tai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tai's office at (949) 889-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Audrey Tai?

    Please contact Dr. Tai's office at (949) 889-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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