Who is Dr. Yung, Ophthalmologist in Indianapolis, IN?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yung?
Dr. Chi Wah Yung, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yung empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Indianapolis, IN community, Dr. Yung is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Yung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Louisville | St Vincent Hospital and Health Care Center Program
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Yung board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Chi Wah Yung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Yung speak?
Dr. Yung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Chinese
- English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Yung typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Yung 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. Yung. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right 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:
- 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, 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
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Yung typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Yung 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. Yung. 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
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
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
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
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)
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
Does Dr. Yung accept my insurance?
Dr. Yung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 630-6795 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yung accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Yung in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Yung's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Yung affiliated with?
Dr. Yung has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Yung's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295736544.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yung