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Dr. Paul Lee, MD

Garden Grove, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lee, Ophthalmologist in Garden Grove, CA?

    Dr. Paul Lee, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Garden Grove, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lee graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, General Surgery. Dr. Lee is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’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. Lee’s office at (714) 539-3232.

    Where did Dr. Lee go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | New York Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Lee speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Lee treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
    • H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
    • H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
    • H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
    • H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage

    Also known as:

    • Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related macular degeneration
    • Age-Related Macular Degeneration
    • AMD
    • Macular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113319: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, unspecified eye

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Acute Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1033: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Eyelashes Growing Inward
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Trichiasis
    • Misdirected Eyelashes
    • Ingrown Eyelashes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02055: Trichiasis without entropion left lower eyelid

    What procedures does Dr. Lee perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

    • 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
    • Pterygium Removal with Graft
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment

    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)
    • 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)

    Also known as:

    • Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
    • Trichiasis Epilation
    • Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
    • Ingrown Eyelash Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only

    Also known as:

    • Foreign Body Removal from Eye Surface
    • Eye Foreign Object Removal
    • Conjunctival Foreign Body Excision
    • Scleral Foreign Body Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 65210: Removal of foreign body, external eye; conjunctival embedded (includes concretions), subconjunctival, or scleral nonperforating

    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:

    • Eyelid Turning In Repair
    • Entropion Repair
    • Inward Eyelid Surgery
    • Tarsal Strip Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)

    Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 539-3232 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Garden Grove, CA?

    Dr. Lee in Garden Grove, 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

    • Auxiant

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Clever Care Health Plan

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Paul Lee's Primary Practice

    9894 Garden Grove Blvd

    Garden Grove, CA 92844

    (714) 539-3232

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    Dr. Paul Lee's Practice 2

    1010 S Brookhurst Rd

    Fullerton, CA 92833

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

    Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003838012.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Lee's specialty?

    Dr. Lee is a Ophthalmologist near Garden Grove, 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. Lee to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with UCI Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Riverside Community 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 Paul Lee accepting new patients in Garden Grove, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Lee is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Lee offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (714) 539-3232 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Lee?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (714) 539-3232 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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