Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cho, Ophthalmologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Andrew Cho, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Cho graduated from University of California and completed his residency at St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cho is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cho’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cho’s office at (213) 380-8800.
Where did Dr. Cho go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine | UCLA/Jules Stein Eye Institute | Jules Stein Eye Institute - UCLA School of Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | University of California
Is Dr. Cho board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Cho, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Cho speak?
Dr. Cho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Cho typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
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:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Cho typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Intraocular injection
- Anterior chamber injection
- Eye drug injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
- 66030: Injection, anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); medication
Also known as:
- Eye Fluid Removal
- Anterior Chamber Paracentesis
- Aqueous Humor Removal
- Eye Pressure Relief Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 65800: Paracentesis of anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); with removal of aqueous
Also known as:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
Does Dr. Cho accept my insurance?
Dr. Cho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 380-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cho accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Cho in Los Angeles, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Clever Care Health Plan
HealthSmart
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cho's office located?
Dr. Andrew Cho's Primary Practice
4220 W 3rd St Ste 206
Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 380-8800
What is Dr. Cho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225072481.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cho
What is Dr. Andrew Cho's specialty?
Dr. Cho is a Ophthalmologist near Los Angeles, CA.
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. Andrew Cho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cho is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan 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 Andrew Cho accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Cho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Cho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (213) 380-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Cho?
Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (213) 380-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Cho have?
Dr. Andrew Cho is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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