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Who is Dr. Song, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Chiyeon Song, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC. Dr. Song completed her residency at Kaiser Permanente Med Center Sf. Dr. Song is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Song’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Song’s office at (404) 778-5128.
Where did Dr. Song go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Med Center Sf
What languages does Dr. Song speak?
Dr. Song and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Song typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Song 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. Song. 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.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Song typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Song 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. Song. 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.
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. Song accept my insurance?
Dr. Song accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 778-5128 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Song accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Song in Asheville, NC 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 North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Not Specified
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Song's office located?
What is Dr. Song's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Song's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932121753.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Song?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Song
What is Dr. Chiyeon Song's specialty?
Dr. Song is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Asheville, NC.
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. Chiyeon Song affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Song is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Charles George Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. 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 Chiyeon Song accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Chiyeon Song is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chiyeon Song offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Song's office at (404) 778-5128 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chiyeon Song?
Please contact Dr. Song's office at (404) 778-5128 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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