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Dr. Karen Ullian, MD

Dr. Karen Ullian, MD

Charleston, SC

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ullian, Ophthalmologist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Karen Ullian, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Ullian graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Ophthalmology; Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ullian is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ullian’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ullian’s office at (843) 556-0218.

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

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Ophthalmology; Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine | Lenox Hill Hospital | New York University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ullian board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Ullian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Ullian speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ullian treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ullian 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. Ullian. 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
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Pre-Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • Glaucoma Suspect
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H40002: Preglaucoma, unspecified, left eye
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H40001: Preglaucoma, unspecified, right eye
    • H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43399: Other vitreous opacities, unspecified eye
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Scaly eyelid inflammation
    • Dandruff-like eyelids
    • Chronic blepharitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01021: Squamous blepharitis right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Disease
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Iridocyclitis
    • Eye Disease
    • Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
    • Anterior uveitis
    • Iritis and cyclitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis

    Does Dr. Ullian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ullian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 556-0218 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ullian accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Ullian in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ullian's office located?

    Dr. Karen Ullian's Primary Practice

    1548 Ashley River Rd

    Charleston, SC 29407

    (843) 556-0218

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    Dr. Karen Ullian's Practice 2

    2060 Sam Rittenberg Blvd

    Charleston, SC 29407

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    Dr. Karen Ullian's Practice 3

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

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

    Dr. Ullian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790783413.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ullian?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Ullian's specialty?

    Dr. Ullian is a Ophthalmologist near Charleston, SC. 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. Ullian to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karen Ullian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ullian is affiliated with Musc Health University 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

    Where can I learn more about Ophthalmologist?

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    Is Karen Ullian accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Ullian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Ullian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ullian's office at (843) 556-0218 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Ullian?

    Please contact Dr. Ullian's office at (843) 556-0218 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Ullian have?

    Dr. Karen Ullian is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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