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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vangipuram, Retina Specialist in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Gautam Vangipuram, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Fullerton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vangipuram is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vangipuram’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vangipuram’s office at (626) 793-4168.
What languages does Dr. Vangipuram speak?
Dr. Vangipuram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vangipuram treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Vangipuram 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. Vangipuram. 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 Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Advanced diabetic eye disease
- Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
- New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113592: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
- E113393: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Nonexudative AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353210: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, stage unspecified
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353220: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, stage unspecified
- H353230: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, stage unspecified
- H353130: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, stage unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Senile Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
Also known as:
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
Also known as:
- Refractive Error
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Vision problem
- Focusing problem
- Blurred vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H527: Unspecified disorder of refraction
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
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. Vangipuram perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gautam Vangipuram 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. Vangipuram's office.
Does Dr. Vangipuram accept my insurance?
Dr. Vangipuram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 793-4168 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vangipuram accept in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Vangipuram in Fullerton, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vangipuram's office located?
Dr. Gautam Vangipuram's Primary Practice
301 W Bastanchury Rd Ste 285
Fullerton, CA 92835
(626) 793-4168
Dr. Gautam Vangipuram's Practice 2
2619 E Colorado Blvd # 150
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 793-4168
Dr. Gautam Vangipuram's Practice 3
1025 N Brand Blvd Ste 200
Glendale, CA 91202
(818) 583-9933
What is Dr. Vangipuram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vangipuram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780052233.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vangipuram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vangipuram
What is Dr. Gautam Vangipuram's specialty?
Dr. Vangipuram is a Retina Specialist near Fullerton, CA. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Vangipuram to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gautam Vangipuram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vangipuram is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Gautam Vangipuram accepting new patients in Fullerton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gautam Vangipuram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gautam Vangipuram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vangipuram's office at (626) 793-4168 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gautam Vangipuram?
Please contact Dr. Vangipuram's office at (626) 793-4168 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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