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Who is Dr. Ip, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Colin Ip, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ip is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ip’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ip’s office at (619) 378-3202.
What languages does Dr. Ip speak?
Dr. Ip and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Ip typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Ip 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. Ip. 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:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Ip typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Ip 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. Ip. 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
Also known as:
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft
- Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
- Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 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:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Eye Surface Reconstruction with Amniotic Membrane
- Amniotic Membrane Transplant (Eye)
- Ocular Surface Repair
- Cornea Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 65780: Ocular surface reconstruction; amniotic membrane transplantation, multiple layers
Also known as:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
Also known as:
- Eye Surface Repair with Graft
- Limbal conjunctival autograft
- Ocular surface graft
- Conjunctival transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65782: Ocular surface reconstruction; limbal conjunctival autograft (includes obtaining graft)
Does Dr. Ip accept my insurance?
Dr. Ip accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 378-3202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ip accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Ip in Chula Vista, 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
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ip's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Colin Ip?
Dr. Ip has appointments available at his Chula Vista, CA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Ip's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ip's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295266815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ip?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ip
What is Dr. Colin Ip's specialty?
Dr. Ip is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Chula Vista, CA.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods.
Is this Dr. Colin Ip affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ip is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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 Colin Ip accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Colin Ip is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Colin Ip offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ip, or call (619) 378-3202 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Colin Ip?
Please contact Dr. Ip's office at (619) 378-3202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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