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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lam, Retina Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Linda Lam, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lam completed her residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Ophthalmology; Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lam is fluent in English, Chinese, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lam’s office at (800) 872-2273.
Where did Dr. Lam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Ophthalmology; Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lam speak?
Dr. Lam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Lam treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Lam 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. Lam. 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:
- Macular Pucker
- Other Retinal Disorder
- Retinal Edema
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Various Retinal Conditions
- Uncommon Retinal Diseases
- Miscellaneous Retinal Problems
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H3589: Other specified retinal disorders
- H3581: Retinal edema
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
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
What procedures does Dr. Lam perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Lam 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. Lam. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
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)
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
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Does Dr. Lam accept my insurance?
Dr. Lam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 872-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lam accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Lam in Los Angeles, 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
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lam's office located?
Dr. Linda Lam's Primary Practice
1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(800) 872-2273
Dr. Linda Lam's Practice 2
1700 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Ste 10
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 325-2069
What is Dr. Lam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972663896.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lam
What is Dr. Linda Lam's specialty?
Dr. Lam is a Retina Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. 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. Lam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Linda Lam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lam is affiliated with Los Angeles General 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Linda Lam accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Linda Lam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Lam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (800) 872-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Lam?
Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (800) 872-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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