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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 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zhao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Zhao typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, 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
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
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Zhao typically 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. 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
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
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sutter Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zhao's office located?
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.
What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?
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.
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
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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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