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51 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cohn, Ophthalmologist in South Gate, CA?
Dr. Kenneth Cohn, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in South Gate, CA. He has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Cohn graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cohn is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cohn’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cohn’s office at (323) 567-1396.
Where did Dr. Cohn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Long Island Jewish Med Center | Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College
Is Dr. Cohn board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Cohn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Cohn speak?
Dr. Cohn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cohn treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Cohn 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. Cohn. 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:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Refractive Error
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Refractive Errors
- Vision problem
- Focusing problem
- Blurred vision
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H527: Unspecified disorder of refraction
- H524: Presbyopia
- H5210: Myopia, unspecified eye
Also known as:
- Retinal Edema
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3581: Retinal edema
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Headache
- Headache with Dizziness
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
- Orthostatic headache
- Head pain with standing
- Headache and lightheadedness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
- R510: Headache with orthostatic component, not elsewhere classified
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Stationary Peripheral Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Non-growing Surfer's Eye
- Stable Conjunctival Growth
- Peripheral Eye Growth
- Non-progressive Pterygium
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11043: Peripheral pterygium, stationary, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Cohn perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Cohn 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. Cohn. 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 Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
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)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 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
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
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)
Does Dr. Cohn accept my insurance?
Dr. Cohn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 567-1396 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cohn accept in South Gate, CA?
Dr. Cohn in South Gate, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Cohn's office located?
What is Dr. Cohn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cohn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578581187.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cohn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cohn
What is Dr. Kenneth Cohn's specialty?
Dr. Cohn is a Ophthalmologist near South Gate, CA. 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. Cohn to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Cohn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cohn is affiliated with Community Hospital of Huntington Park 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 Kenneth Cohn accepting new patients in South Gate, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Cohn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Cohn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cohn's office at (323) 567-1396 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Cohn?
Please contact Dr. Cohn's office at (323) 567-1396 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Cohn have?
Dr. Kenneth Cohn is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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