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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wai, Ophthalmologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Karen Wai, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wai is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wai’s office at (650) 723-6995.
What languages does Dr. Wai speak?
Dr. Wai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Wai treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Wai 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. Wai. 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:
- Retinal Disorder
- Macular Pucker
- Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
- Eye Retina Problem
- Retina Condition
- Vision Disorder
- General Retinal Issue
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- CSC
- Central Serous Retinopathy
- Fluid Under Retina
- Macular Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- H359: Unspecified retinal disorder
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35713: Central serous chorioretinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
- Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
- Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetic Macular Edema
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
- E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113299: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, unspecified eye
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113553: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- AMD
- Macular Disease
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does Dr. Wai perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Wai 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. Wai. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy with Laser Treatment
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Eye Vitreous Removal with Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67039: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with focal endolaser photocoagulation
Does Dr. Wai accept my insurance?
Dr. Wai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-6995 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wai accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Wai in Stanford, 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
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wai's office located?
What is Dr. Wai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073017208.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wai
What is Dr. Karen Wai's specialty?
Dr. Wai is a Ophthalmologist near Stanford, 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. Wai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Wai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wai is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare 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 Karen Wai accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Wai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Wai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wai's office at (650) 723-6995 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Wai?
Please contact Dr. Wai's office at (650) 723-6995 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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