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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pahng, Ophthalmologist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Joshua Pahng, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pahng is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pahng’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pahng’s office at (504) 842-3995.
What languages does Dr. Pahng speak?
Dr. Pahng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pahng treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Pahng 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. Pahng. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- 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 Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- 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
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113553: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy, bilateral
- E113393: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113592: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
- E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right 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
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Which procedures does Dr. Pahng perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joshua Pahng 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. Pahng's office.
Does Dr. Pahng accept my insurance?
Dr. Pahng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3995 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pahng accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Pahng in Metairie, LA 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pahng's office located?
Dr. Joshua Pahng's Primary Practice
4324 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 107
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 842-3995
What is Dr. Pahng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pahng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205377421.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pahng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pahng
What is Dr. Joshua Pahng's specialty?
Dr. Pahng is a Ophthalmologist near Metairie, LA. 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. Pahng to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joshua Pahng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pahng is affiliated with East Jefferson General 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 Joshua Pahng accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Pahng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Pahng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pahng's office at (504) 842-3995 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Pahng?
Please contact Dr. Pahng's office at (504) 842-3995 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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