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Dr. Minh Nguyen, MD

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nguyen, Ophthalmologist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Minh Nguyen, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (206) 520-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?

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

    • English

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Nguyen typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Keratoconus
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Conical cornea
    • KC
    • Corneal thinning disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H18603: Keratoconus, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Transplant
    • Organ Transplantation
    • Eye Transplant
    • Cornea Graft
    • Keratoplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z947: Corneal transplant status

    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:

    • Corneal Ulcer
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Eye Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Cornea
    • Corneal Erosion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16001: Unspecified corneal ulcer, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Ulcer
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Eye ulcer
    • Sore on the cornea
    • Corneal abrasion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16002: Unspecified corneal ulcer, left eye

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Nguyen typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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.

    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:

    • Tear Duct Plug Insertion
    • Punctal Plug Insertion
    • Lacrimal Punctum Closure
    • Dry Eye Plugs

    CPT Codes:

    • 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Corneal Cross-Linking
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • CXL Procedure
    • Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking
    • Keratoconus 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)
    • 0402T: Collagen Cross-Linking Of Cornea, Including Removal Of The Corneal Epithelium, When Performed, And Intraoperative Pachymetry, When Performed

    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:

    • Penetrating Corneal Transplant
    • Endothelial Corneal Transplant
    • Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
    • PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
    • Cornea Replacement Surgery
    • Keratoplasty
    • Endothelial keratoplasty
    • Corneal graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 65730: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (except in aphakia or pseudophakia)
    • 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial

    Also known as:

    • Cornea Scraping for Infection Test
    • Corneal Smear
    • Corneal Culture
    • Eye Surface Scraping

    CPT Codes:

    • 65430: Scraping of cornea, diagnostic, for smear and/or culture

    Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Nguyen in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Minh Nguyen's Primary Practice

    325 9th Ave

    Seattle, WA 98104

    (206) 520-5000

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    Dr. Minh Nguyen's Practice 2

    1959 NE Pacific St

    Seattle, WA 98195

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    Dr. Minh Nguyen's Practice 3

    1701 Columbia Rd

    Seattle, WA 98195

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

    Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356848030.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?

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

    What is Dr. Minh Nguyen's specialty?

    Dr. Nguyen is a Ophthalmologist near Seattle, WA.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Minh Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa 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 Minh Nguyen accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Minh Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Minh Nguyen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Minh Nguyen?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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