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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Le, Ophthalmologist in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Phuc Phillip Le, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Le is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Le’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Le’s office at (323) 409-5233.
What languages does Dr. Le speak?
Dr. Le and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Le treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Le 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. Le. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Pre-Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Ocular Hypertension
- High Eye Pressure
- Glaucoma Suspect
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40002: Preglaucoma, unspecified, left eye
- H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113393: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Round Retinal Hole
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinal Puncture
- Atrophic Retinal Hole
- Retinal Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33321: Round hole, right eye
What procedures does Dr. Le perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Le 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. Le. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
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
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
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)
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
Also known as:
- Conjunctival Follicle Expression (for Trachoma)
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Trachoma Follicle Expression
- Eyelid Follicle Squeezing
- Conjunctival Follicle Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 68040: Expression of conjunctival follicles (eg, for trachoma)
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
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:
- Photodynamic Therapy for Eye Lesions
- Choroidal neovascularization treatment
- Eye laser therapy
- PDT for eye disease
- Retinal lesion destruction
CPT Codes:
- 67221: Destruction of localized lesion of choroid (eg, choroidal neovascularization); photodynamic therapy (includes intravenous infusion)
Does Dr. Le accept my insurance?
Dr. Le accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 409-5233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Le accept in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Le in Whittier, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Bright Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Choice of Alabama
Medicare
PIH Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Le's office located?
Dr. Phuc Phillip Le's Primary Practice
15141 Whittier Blvd Ste 480
Whittier, CA 90603
(323) 409-5233
What is Dr. Le's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Le's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235323775.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Le?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Le
What is Dr. Phuc Phillip Le's specialty?
Dr. Le is a Ophthalmologist near Whittier, 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. Le to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Phuc Phillip Le affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Le is affiliated with City of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, PIH Health Whittier Hospital 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
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Is Phuc Phillip Le accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?
Yes, Dr. Phuc Phillip Le is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phuc Phillip Le offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Le's office at (323) 409-5233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phuc Phillip Le?
Please contact Dr. Le's office at (323) 409-5233 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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