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Dr. Yue Zhao, MD

Berkeley, CA

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    Who is Dr. Zhao, Glaucoma Specialist in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Yue Zhao, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zhao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhao’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Zhao speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Zhao treat?

    As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Zhao 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. Zhao. 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
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Preglaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • High eye pressure
    • Optic nerve damage
    • Ocular hypertension
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H409: Unspecified glaucoma
    • H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral

    What procedures does Dr. Zhao perform?

    As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Zhao 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. Zhao. 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

    Does Dr. Zhao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zhao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zhao accept in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Zhao in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Contra Costa

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sutter Health

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    Where is Dr. Zhao's office located?

    Dr. Yue Zhao's Primary Practice

    1936 University Ave

    Berkeley, CA 94704

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    Dr. Yue Zhao's Practice 2

    9415 Campus Point Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92093

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    Dr. Yue Zhao's Practice 3

    150 Muir Rd

    Martinez, CA 94553

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

    Dr. Zhao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851753354.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhao?

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

    What is Dr. Yue Zhao's specialty?

    Dr. Zhao is a Glaucoma Specialist near Berkeley, CA. An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions. Contact Dr. Zhao to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Yue Zhao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Zhao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus, Martinez Va Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Glaucoma Specialist?

    Explore Glaucoma Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Yue Zhao accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Yue Zhao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yue Zhao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zhao's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Yue Zhao?

    Please contact Dr. Zhao's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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