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Dr. Song Eun Lee, MD

Jersey City, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lee, Ophthalmologist in Jersey City, NJ?

    Dr. Song Eun Lee, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Jersey City, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (201) 656-1212.

    What languages does Dr. Lee speak?

    Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Korean

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lee treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Right Eye)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling
    • Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Right Eye
    • Advanced Retina Damage Right Eye with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Right Eye
    • Advanced diabetic eye disease
    • Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
    • New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113411: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113291: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
    • E113211: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Lattice Retinal Degeneration
    • Retinal Edema
    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Lattice Degeneration
    • Retinal Lattice
    • Peripheral Retinal Thinning
    • Swelling of the Retina
    • Fluid in Retina
    • Macular Edema
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H35411: Lattice degeneration of retina, right eye
    • H3581: Retinal edema
    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

    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:

    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    What procedures does Dr. Lee perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 656-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Jersey City, NJ?

    Dr. Lee in Jersey City, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Song Eun Lee's Primary Practice

    600 Pavonia Ave Ste 4

    Jersey City, NJ 07306

    (201) 656-1212

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    Dr. Song Eun Lee's Practice 2

    119 Prospect St Ste 1

    Ridgewood, NJ 07450

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    Dr. Song Eun Lee's Practice 3

    1200 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 207

    Ridgewood, NJ 07450

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    What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972747749.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee

    What is Dr. Song Eun Lee's specialty?

    Dr. Lee is a Ophthalmologist near Jersey City, NJ. 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. Lee to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Song Eun Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Clara Maass Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, The Valley Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Song Eun Lee accepting new patients in Jersey City, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Song Eun Lee is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Song Eun Lee offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (201) 656-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Song Eun Lee?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (201) 656-1212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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