27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Chou, Retina Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Famin Chou, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Chou graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; C J Zablocki Vet Aff Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Oakwood Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Chou is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chou’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chou’s office.
Where did Dr. Chou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; C J Zablocki Vet Aff Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Oakwood Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | C J Zablocki Vet Aff Med Center | Oakwood Hospital Program
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Chou board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Famin Chou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Chou speak?
Dr. Chou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Chou typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Chou 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. Chou. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353220: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, stage unspecified
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Chou typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Chou 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. Chou. 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)
Does Dr. Chou accept my insurance?
Dr. Chou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chou accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Chou in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chou's office located?
What is Dr. Chou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619947280.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chou
What is Dr. Famin Chou's specialty?
Dr. Chou is a Retina Specialist near Asheville, NC.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. Famin Chou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Famin Chou accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Famin Chou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Famin Chou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Famin Chou?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Famin Chou have?
Dr. Famin Chou is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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