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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pham, Ophthalmologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Joseph Pham, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Pham completed his residency at Casey Eye Inst/Oreg Health Scis University. Dr. Pham is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pham’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pham’s office at (253) 759-5555.
Where did Dr. Pham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Casey Eye Inst/Oreg Health Scis University
Medical School: Oregon Health And Science University School of Medicine,Portland, Or, United States
Is Dr. Pham board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Pham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Pham speak?
Dr. Pham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Pham treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Pham 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. Pham. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Preglaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, 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
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
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:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
What procedures does Dr. Pham perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Pham 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. Pham. 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:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Aqueous Shunt Placement
- Glaucoma Implant Surgery
- Eye Pressure Drainage Device
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
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
Does Dr. Pham accept my insurance?
Dr. Pham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 759-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pham accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Pham in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
First Administrators
Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA)
HealthComp
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pham's office located?
What is Dr. Pham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891727814.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pham
What is Dr. Joseph Pham's specialty?
Dr. Pham is a Ophthalmologist near Tacoma, WA. 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. Pham to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Pham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pham is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital 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 Joseph Pham accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Pham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Pham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pham's office at (253) 759-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Pham?
Please contact Dr. Pham's office at (253) 759-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Pham have?
Dr. Joseph Pham is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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