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Who is Dr. Chin Yee, Retina Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. David Chin Yee, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chin Yee is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chin Yee’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chin Yee’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chin Yee?
Dr. David Chin Yee, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist 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. Chin Yee empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Chin Yee is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Chin Yee speak?
Dr. Chin Yee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chin Yee treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Chin Yee 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. Chin Yee. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- CME
- Macular swelling
- Fluid in the macula
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
- H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- CRVO
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Chin Yee perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. David Chin Yee 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. Chin Yee's office.
Does Dr. Chin Yee accept my insurance?
Dr. Chin Yee 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. Chin Yee accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Chin Yee in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chin Yee's office located?
Dr. David Chin Yee's Practice 3
575 Professional Dr Ste 330
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
(678) 405-0922
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years
What is Dr. Chin Yee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chin Yee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740424563.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chin Yee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chin Yee
What is Dr. David Chin Yee's specialty?
Dr. Chin Yee is a Retina Specialist near Atlanta, GA. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Chin Yee to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Chin Yee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chin Yee is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is David Chin Yee accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. David Chin Yee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Chin Yee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chin Yee's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Chin Yee?
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