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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yim, Ophthalmologist in Daly City, CA?
Dr. Cindi Yim is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Daly City, CA. Dr. Yim is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yim’s office at (650) 301-5800.
What languages does Dr. Yim speak?
Dr. Yim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Yim typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Yim 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. Yim. 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:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
Also known as:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H269: Unspecified cataract
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Yim typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Yim 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. Yim. 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. Yim accept my insurance?
Dr. Yim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 301-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yim accept in Daly City, CA?
Dr. Yim in Daly City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Central Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yim's office located?
What is Dr. Yim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194229690.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yim
What is Dr. Cindi Yim's specialty?
Dr. Yim is a Ophthalmologist near Daly City, CA.
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. Cindi Yim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yim is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center 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
When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Cindi Yim accepting new patients in Daly City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Cindi Yim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cindi Yim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yim's office at (650) 301-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cindi Yim?
Please contact Dr. Yim's office at (650) 301-5800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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