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Dr. Andrew Zheng, MD

Lakewood, CO

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zheng, Retina Specialist in Lakewood, CO?

    Dr. Andrew Zheng, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Zheng is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zheng’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zheng’s office at (404) 616-1000.

    What languages does Dr. Zheng speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Zheng treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Zheng 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. Zheng. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • 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
    • H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
    • H353134: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, advanced atrophic with subfoveal involvement

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Blocked Central Retinal Vein
    • Macular Pucker
    • Lattice Retinal Degeneration
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • CRVO
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Lattice Degeneration
    • Retinal Lattice
    • Peripheral Retinal Thinning
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage
    • CRVO
    • Eye stroke (vein)
    • Central eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
    • H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment with Single Break
    • Retinal Detachment
    • Detached Retina with One Tear
    • Single Break Retinal Detachment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye

    What procedures does Dr. Zheng perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Zheng 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. Zheng. 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:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Detachment Repair (Laser)
    • Removal of Eye Implant (Back of Eye)
    • Retinal Detachment Repair (Scleral Buckling)
    • Eye Fluid Removal (Vitreous, Subretinal, Choroidal)
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery
    • Laser Retinal Repair
    • Photocoagulation for Retina
    • Detached Retina Surgery
    • Intraocular Implant Removal
    • Posterior Segment Implant Extraction
    • Eye Device Removal Surgery
    • Scleral Buckling Surgery
    • Retinal Reattachment Surgery
    • Eye Detachment Repair
    • Vitreous Aspiration
    • Subretinal Fluid Drainage
    • Choroidal Fluid Release
    • Posterior Sclerotomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
    • 67105: Repair of retinal detachment, including drainage of subretinal fluid when performed; photocoagulation
    • 67121: Removal of implanted material, posterior segment; intraocular
    • 67107: Repair of retinal detachment; scleral buckling (such as lamellar scleral dissection, imbrication or encircling procedure), including, when performed, implant, cryotherapy, photocoagulation, and drainage of subretinal fluid
    • 67015: Aspiration or release of vitreous, subretinal or choroidal fluid, pars plana approach (posterior sclerotomy)

    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:

    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery

    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)
    • 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Eye Fluid Removal
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
    • Anterior Chamber Paracentesis
    • Aqueous Humor Removal
    • Eye Pressure Relief Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
    • 65800: Paracentesis of anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); with removal of aqueous

    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:

    • Intraocular Lens Exchange
    • IOL Exchange
    • Cataract Lens Replacement (Secondary)
    • Replacement of Eye Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 66986: Exchange of intraocular 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. Zheng accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zheng 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. Zheng accept in Lakewood, CO?

    Dr. Zheng in Lakewood, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Gila River Health Care Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Zheng's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Zheng's Primary Practice

    255 S Routt St Ste 200

    Lakewood, CO 80228

    (404) 616-1000

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    Dr. Andrew Zheng's Practice 2

    55 Madison St Ste 300

    Denver, CO 80206

    (303) 261-1600

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    Dr. Andrew Zheng's Practice 3

    1365 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30322

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

    Dr. Zheng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366804809.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zheng?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Zheng's specialty?

    Dr. Zheng is a Retina Specialist near Lakewood, CO. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Zheng to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Andrew Zheng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zheng is affiliated with HCA HealthONE Aurora, HCA HealthONE Swedish 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 Andrew Zheng accepting new patients in Lakewood, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Zheng is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Zheng offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zheng's office at (404) 616-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Andrew Zheng?

    Please contact Dr. Zheng's office at (404) 616-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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