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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. Dr. Kam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kam’s office.
What languages does Dr. Kam speak?
Dr. Kam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Kam typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
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
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Kam typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Kam 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Does Dr. Kam accept my insurance?
Dr. Kam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Kansas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. Yong Kam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wright Memorial 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
When to see a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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 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 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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