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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aung, Ophthalmologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Andre Aung, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Aung is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aung’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aung’s office at (404) 616-1000.
What languages does Dr. Aung speak?
Dr. Aung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Aung treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Aung 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. Aung. 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:
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Double Vision
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
- H532: Diplopia
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Optic Nerve Inflammation
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Swelling of the Optic Disc from Increased Brain Pressure
- Optic Disc Drusen
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic Neuritis
- Swollen Optic Nerve
- Inflamed Optic Nerve
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
- Papilledema with intracranial pressure
- Optic disc edema from high ICP
- Swollen optic nerve due to brain pressure
- Drusen in the eye
- Optic nerve head drusen
- Calcifications in optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
- H4711: Papilledema associated with increased intracranial pressure
- H47323: Drusen of optic disc, bilateral
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
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:
- Visual Field Defects
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Blind spots in vision
- Peripheral vision loss
- Vision field problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5340: Unspecified visual field defects
Also known as:
- Other Eye Disorder
- Various Eye Conditions
- Miscellaneous Eye Problems
- Uncommon Eye Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5789: Other specified disorders of eye and adnexa
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
- Temporary Vision Loss
- Headache
- Amaurosis fugax
- Transient monocular blindness
- Temporary blindness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G453: Amaurosis fugax
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Which procedures does Dr. Aung perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Andre Aung may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Aung's office.
Does Dr. Aung accept my insurance?
Dr. Aung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 616-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aung accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Aung in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Aung's office located?
Dr. Andre Aung's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd Fl 2
La Jolla, CA 92037
(404) 616-1000
What is Dr. Aung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750802880.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aung
What is Dr. Andre Aung's specialty?
Dr. Aung is a Ophthalmologist near La Jolla, 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. Aung to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andre Aung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aung is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital 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 Andre Aung accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Andre Aung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andre Aung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aung's office at (404) 616-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andre Aung?
Please contact Dr. Aung's office at (404) 616-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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