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Who is Dr. Chang, Ophthalmologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Melinda Chang, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chang is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chang’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chang’s office at (323) 442-6335.
What languages does Dr. Chang speak?
Dr. Chang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chang treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chang 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. Chang. 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:
- Inward Turning Eye
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Walleye
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Esotropia
- Alternating Walleye
- Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Intermittent alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
- Occasional alternating inward eye turn
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
Also known as:
- Optic Atrophy
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- False Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Pseudopapilledema
- Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
- Congenital optic disc elevation
- Buried optic disc drusen
- Pseudo-swollen optic disc
- Optic disc elevation
- Congenital optic disc anomaly
- Underdeveloped optic nerve
- Small optic nerve
- Optic nerve underdevelopment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
- H47339: Pseudopapilledema of optic disc, unspecified eye
- H47333: Pseudopapilledema of optic disc, bilateral
- H47033: Optic nerve hypoplasia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Vision Impairment
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Poor Vision
- Low Vision
- Visual Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H479: Unspecified disorder of visual pathways
Also known as:
- Congenital Nystagmus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- X-linked infantile nystagmus
- Infantile Nystagmus
- Born with Nystagmus
- Childhood Nystagmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5501: Congenital nystagmus
Also known as:
- Nystagmus
- Other Binocular Eye Movement Disorder
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Involuntary eye movements
- Dancing eyes
- Oscillating eyes
- Disorder of eye coordination
- Eye alignment problem
- Binocular vision dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5509: Other forms of nystagmus
- H518: Other specified disorders of binocular movement
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neurofibromatosis type 1
- NF1
- Von Recklinghausen disease
- Peripheral neurofibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1
Also known as:
- Genetic Risk for Other Disease
- Hereditary Disease Risk
- Increased Risk of Inherited Conditions
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1589: Genetic susceptibility to other disease
Which procedures does Dr. Chang perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Melinda Chang 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. Chang's office.
Does Dr. Chang accept my insurance?
Dr. Chang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-6335 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chang accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Chang in Los Angeles, 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
Altamed Health Services
Centene
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
Kern Health Systems
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chang's office located?
Dr. Melinda Chang's Primary Practice
1450 San Pablo St Ste 4000
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-6335
What is Dr. Chang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942597133.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chang
What is Dr. Melinda Chang's specialty?
Dr. Chang is a Ophthalmologist near Los Angeles, CA. 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. Chang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melinda Chang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. 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
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Is Melinda Chang accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Chang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melinda Chang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (323) 442-6335 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melinda Chang?
Please contact Dr. Chang's office at (323) 442-6335 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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