25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hwang, Ophthalmologist in Canandaigua, NY?
Dr. Sungjun Hwang, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Canandaigua, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Hwang graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Ophthalmology; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hwang is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hwang’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwang’s office at (585) 394-2020.
Where did Dr. Hwang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Ophthalmology; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Internal Medicine | Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester Program
Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Is Dr. Hwang board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Sungjun Hwang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Hwang speak?
Dr. Hwang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hwang treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hwang 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. Hwang. 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
- Cortical Age-Related Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cortical Cataract
- Outer Lens Clouding
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
- H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
- H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
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:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
Also known as:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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
Which procedures does Dr. Hwang perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sungjun Hwang 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. Hwang's office.
Does Dr. Hwang accept my insurance?
Dr. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 394-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hwang accept in Canandaigua, NY?
Dr. Hwang in Canandaigua, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?
What is Dr. Hwang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hwang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255334132.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hwang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hwang
What is Dr. Sungjun Hwang's specialty?
Dr. Hwang is a Ophthalmologist near Canandaigua, NY. 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. Hwang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sungjun Hwang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hwang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Geneva General Hospital. 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 Sungjun Hwang accepting new patients in Canandaigua, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sungjun Hwang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sungjun Hwang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (585) 394-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sungjun Hwang?
Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (585) 394-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sungjun Hwang have?
Dr. Sungjun Hwang is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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