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Dr. Franklin Li, MD

Chapel Hill, NC

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Li, Ophthalmologist in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Franklin Li, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Li completed his residency at University Of California San Diego Medical Center. Dr. Li is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Li’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Li’s office at (919) 942-7278.

    Where did Dr. Li go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Of California San Diego Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston

    What languages does Dr. Li speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Li treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Li 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. Li. 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
    • 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:

    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Droopy Eyelid
    • Eyelid Turning Outward
    • Eyelid Turning Inward
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Droopy eyelids
    • Excess eyelid skin
    • Dermatochalasis
    • Ptosis
    • Eyelid Drooping
    • Upper Eyelid Sagging
    • Fallen Eyelid
    • Everted Eyelid
    • Eyelid Eversion
    • Senile Ectropion
    • Spastic Ectropion
    • Inverted Eyelid
    • Eyelid Inversion
    • Senile Entropion
    • Spastic Entropion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
    • H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids
    • H02132: Senile ectropion of right lower eyelid
    • H02035: Senile entropion of left lower eyelid
    • H02402: Unspecified ptosis of left eyelid
    • H02401: Unspecified ptosis of right eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage

    Also known as:

    • Blocked tear duct
    • Tear Duct Blockage
    • Acquired Blocked Tear Duct
    • Tears
    • Nasolacrimal duct obstruction
    • Dacryostenosis
    • Tear duct blockage
    • Tear drainage blockage
    • Acquired Nasolacrimal Duct Stenosis
    • Adult Tear Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Tear Duct in Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04551: Acquired stenosis of right nasolacrimal duct
    • H04223: Epiphora due to insufficient drainage, bilateral
    • H04553: Acquired stenosis of bilateral nasolacrimal duct

    Also known as:

    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Dermatochalasis
    • Droopy Eyelid Skin
    • Excess Eyelid Skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02834: Dermatochalasis of left upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Error
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Vision problem
    • Focusing problem
    • Blurred vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H527: Unspecified disorder of refraction

    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:

    • Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • MGD
    • Blocked Eyelid Glands
    • Oil Gland Dysfunction of Eyelid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02883: Meibomian gland dysfunction of right eye, unspecified eyelid

    What procedures does Dr. Li perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Li 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. Li. 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:

    • Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
    • Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
    • Tear Duct Stent Insertion
    • Blocked Tear Duct Repair
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
    • IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent

    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)
    • 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more

    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:

    • Drooping Brow Repair
    • Brow Lift
    • Forehead Lift
    • Ptosis Repair (Brow)

    CPT Codes:

    • 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Bypass Surgery (DCR)
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy
    • Blocked Tear Duct Surgery
    • Lacrimal Sac to Nasal Cavity Bypass

    CPT Codes:

    • 68720: Dacryocystorhinostomy (fistulization of lacrimal sac to nasal cavity)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
    • Droopy Eyelid Repair
    • Eyelid Turning In Repair
    • Extensive Ectropion Repair
    • Upper Eyelid Lift
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Droopy Eyelid Surgery
    • Upper Eyelid Reduction
    • Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
    • Ptosis Repair
    • Blepharoptosis Correction
    • Levator Resection
    • Eyelid Lift Surgery
    • Entropion Repair
    • Inward Eyelid Surgery
    • Tarsal Strip Repair
    • Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
    • Tarsal Strip Operation
    • Lower Eyelid Repair
    • Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
    • Upper Blepharoplasty
    • Eyelid Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
    • 67903: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, internal approach
    • 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
    • 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
    • 15822: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid;

    Does Dr. Li accept my insurance?

    Dr. Li accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 942-7278 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Li accept in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Li in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Li's office located?

    Dr. Franklin Li's Primary Practice

    1838 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

    (919) 942-7278

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    Dr. Franklin Li's Practice 2

    Harris Smith Ob/Gyn 3000 Meadowmont Village Circle Suite 311

    Chapel Hill, NC 27517

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    Dr. Franklin Li's Practice 3

    2100 Erwin Rd

    Durham, NC 27705

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

    Dr. Li's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457499089.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Li?

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

    What is Dr. Franklin Li's specialty?

    Dr. Li is a Ophthalmologist near Chapel Hill, NC. 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. Li to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Franklin Li affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Li is affiliated with North Carolina Specialty Hospital, Duke University 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 Franklin Li accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Franklin Li is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Franklin Li offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Li's office at (919) 942-7278 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Franklin Li?

    Please contact Dr. Li's office at (919) 942-7278 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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