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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lai, Ophthalmologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Kevin Lai, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lai is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lai’s office at (212) 966-5880.
What languages does Dr. Lai speak?
Dr. Lai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Lai treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lai 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. Lai. 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:
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Glaucoma Suspect
- Ocular Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40012: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, left eye
- H40011: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, right eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cortical Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cortical Cataract
- Outer Lens Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
- H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, 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
- H353121: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, early dry stage
- H353111: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, early dry stage
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:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, 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:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis
What procedures does Dr. Lai perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lai 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. Lai. 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 Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
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
Does Dr. Lai accept my insurance?
Dr. Lai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 966-5880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Lai in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American Federation of Teachers
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Centene
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)
Healthfirst
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Villagecare
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Where is Dr. Lai's office located?
What is Dr. Lai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457614968.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lai
What is Dr. Kevin Lai's specialty?
Dr. Lai is a Ophthalmologist near New York, NY. 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. Lai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kevin Lai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lai is affiliated with Kettering Health Main Campus 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 Kevin Lai accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Lai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Lai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (212) 966-5880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Lai?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (212) 966-5880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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