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Dr. Karen Hong, MD

Honolulu, HI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hong, Ophthalmologist in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Karen Hong, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. Dr. Hong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hong’s office at (617) 573-3689.

    What languages does Dr. Hong speak?

    Dr. Hong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Hong typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hong 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. Hong. 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:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Preglaucoma
    • POAG
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Optic Nerve Damage
    • Eye Pressure Disorder
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
    • H4089: Other specified glaucoma
    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    Also known as:

    • Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Eye surgery aftercare
    • Ear surgery aftercare
    • Sensory organ recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Hong typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hong 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. Hong. 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:

    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
    • Aqueous Shunt Placement
    • Glaucoma Implant Surgery
    • Eye Pressure Drainage Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 65820: Goniotomy
    • 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach

    Also known as:

    • Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
    • Eye Drainage Device Insertion
    • Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
    • IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
    • Aqueous drainage device placement
    • Glaucoma drainage implant
    • Subconjunctival drainage device

    CPT Codes:

    • 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
    • 0449T: Insertion of aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, into the subconjunctival space; initial device

    Also known as:

    • Eye Surgery Wound Repair
    • Anterior segment wound revision
    • Eye wound repair
    • Ocular wound revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 66250: Revision or repair of operative wound of anterior segment, any type, early or late, major or minor procedure

    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:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Hong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 573-3689 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hong accept in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Hong in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hong's office located?

    Dr. Karen Hong's Primary Practice

    1010 Pensacola St

    Honolulu, HI 96814

    (617) 573-3689

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    What is Dr. Hong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376076018.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hong?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hong

    What is Dr. Karen Hong's specialty?

    Dr. Hong is a Ophthalmologist near Honolulu, HI.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Karen Hong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hong is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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

    When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Karen Hong accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Hong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Hong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (617) 573-3689 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Hong?

    Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (617) 573-3689 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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