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Who is Dr. Kam, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Yong Kam, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kam’s office at (816) 746-9800.
What languages does Dr. Kam speak?
Dr. Kam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kam treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Kam 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. Kam. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Kam perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Yong Kam 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. Kam's office.
Does Dr. Kam accept my insurance?
Dr. Kam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 746-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kam accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Kam in Kansas City, MO 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 Kansas City
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Kansas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kam's office located?
What is Dr. Kam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598127995.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kam
What is Dr. Yong Kam's specialty?
Dr. Kam is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Kansas City, MO. 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. Contact Dr. Kam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Yong Kam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kam 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 Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
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Is Yong Kam accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Yong Kam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yong Kam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kam's office at (816) 746-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yong Kam?
Please contact Dr. Kam's office at (816) 746-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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