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Who is Dr. Shen, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Elizabeth Shen, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA. Dr. Shen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office.
What languages does Dr. Shen speak?
Dr. Shen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Shen typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Shen 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. Shen. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Pinguecula
- Eye Disease
- Eye Bump
- Yellow Eye Spot
- Conjunctival Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11153: Pinguecula, bilateral
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Shen typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Shen 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. Shen. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?
Dr. Shen 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. Shen accept in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Shen in Irvine, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shen's office located?
What is Dr. Shen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396124889.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shen
What is Dr. Elizabeth Shen's specialty?
Dr. Shen is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Irvine, CA.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Elizabeth Shen accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Shen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Shen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Shen?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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15785 Laguna Canyon Rd Ste 300
Irvine, CA 92618