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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garg, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Sumit Garg, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Garg is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garg’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garg’s office at (949) 824-2020.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Garg?
Dr. Sumit Garg, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cornea and External Diseases Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Garg empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Cornea Transplant, Corneal Disease, Intraocular Lens Replacement, Keratoconus, LASIK-Refractive Surgery, PRK-Refractive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Orange/CA community, Dr. Garg is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Garg speak?
Dr. Garg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Garg treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Garg 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. Garg. 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
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract Surgery Status
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cataract Removal History
- Post-Cataract Surgery
- Lens Replacement Surgery
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- Z9849: Cataract extraction status, unspecified eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, 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
- H04129: Dry eye syndrome of unspecified lacrimal gland
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
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
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H179: Unspecified corneal scar and opacity
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Conical cornea
- KC
- Corneal thinning disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18603: Keratoconus, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Corneal Swelling
- Corneal Disorder
- Swollen Cornea
- Corneal Edema
- Fluid in Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1820: Unspecified corneal edema
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
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
Which procedures does Dr. Garg perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sumit Garg 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. Garg's office.
Does Dr. Garg accept my insurance?
Dr. Garg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 824-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garg accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Garg in Orange, 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
CalOptima
Centene
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Garg's office located?
What is Dr. Garg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881878262.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garg
What is Dr. Sumit Garg's specialty?
Dr. Garg is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Orange, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Garg to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sumit Garg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garg is affiliated with UCI 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
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Is Sumit Garg accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sumit Garg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sumit Garg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garg's office at (949) 824-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sumit Garg?
Please contact Dr. Garg's office at (949) 824-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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