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Who is Dr. Tam, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Olympia, WA?
Dr. Ka Yi Tam, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Olympia, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tam is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tam’s office at (206) 987-2000.
What languages does Dr. Tam speak?
Dr. Tam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Tam treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Tam 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. Tam. 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:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Unequal Vision
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Anisometropia
- Different Eye Prescriptions
- Vision Disparity
- Eye Curvature Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
- H5231: Anisometropia
- H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Walleye
- Esotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
Also known as:
- Amblyopia
- Lazy eye
- Reduced vision
- Vision loss in one eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53002: Unspecified amblyopia, left eye
- H53003: Unspecified amblyopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Amblyopia
- Vision Loss in One Eye
- Reduced Vision
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53001: Unspecified amblyopia, right eye
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Eyelid Birth Defects
- Droopy Eyelid
- Birth Defects
- Eyelid Disorder
- Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
- Rare Eyelid Malformations
- Infant Eyelid Problems
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Drooping
- Upper Eyelid Sagging
- Fallen Eyelid
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
- H02402: Unspecified ptosis of left eyelid
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Iridocyclitis
- Eye Disease
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
Also known as:
- Blocked Tear Duct at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Tears
- Congenital Lacrimal Duct Obstruction
- Narrow Tear Duct in Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q105: Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
Also known as:
- Other Binocular Eye Movement Disorder
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Disorder of eye coordination
- Eye alignment problem
- Binocular vision dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H518: Other specified disorders of binocular movement
Also known as:
- Congenital Cataract
- Birth Defects
- Eye Disease
- Baby Cataract
- Cataract at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q120: Congenital cataract
Which procedures does Dr. Tam perform as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ka Yi Tam 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. Tam's office.
Does Dr. Tam accept my insurance?
Dr. Tam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 987-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tam accept in Olympia, WA?
Dr. Tam in Olympia, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Inland Empire
Medicare
Molina
Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tam's office located?
What is Dr. Tam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407387996.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tam
What is Dr. Ka Yi Tam's specialty?
Dr. Tam is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Olympia, WA. An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Tam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ka Yi Tam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
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Is Ka Yi Tam accepting new patients in Olympia, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ka Yi Tam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ka Yi Tam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (206) 987-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ka Yi Tam?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (206) 987-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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