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Dr. Thomas Tsai, MD

Retina Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Beachwood, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tsai, Retina Specialist in Beachwood, OH?

    Dr. Thomas Tsai, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Beachwood, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tsai graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, Ophthalmology; Jewish Hosp Of Cincinnati, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsai is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsai’s office.

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

    • Residency: Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, Ophthalmology; Jewish Hosp Of Cincinnati, Internal Medicine | Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School Program

    • Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tsai board certified as a Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Tsai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Tsai speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Tsai typically treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Tsai 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. Tsai. 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
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Tsai typically perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Tsai 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. Tsai. 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:

    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy
    • Retinal photocoagulation
    • Macular edema laser
    • Retina tumor laser treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
    • 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Tsai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tsai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tsai accept in Beachwood, OH?

    Dr. Tsai in Beachwood, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tsai's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Tsai's Primary Practice

    24075 Commerce Park

    Beachwood, OH 44122

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    Dr. Thomas Tsai's Practice 2

    3591 Reserve Commons Dr Ste 101

    Medina, OH 44256

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    Dr. Thomas Tsai's Practice 3

    650 Graham Rd Ste 103

    Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

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

    Dr. Tsai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316919640.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsai?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Tsai's specialty?

    Dr. Tsai is a Retina Specialist near Beachwood, OH.

    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 Dr. Thomas Tsai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tsai is affiliated with Summa Health System – Akron Campus, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Medina Hospital, Southwest General Health Center 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 Dr. Thomas Tsai accepting new patients in Beachwood, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Tsai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Tsai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tsai's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Tsai?

    Please contact Dr. Tsai's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tsai's office located?

    Dr. Tsai's offices are located in Beachwood, OH, Medina, OH, and Cuyahoga Falls, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Tsai have?

    Dr. Thomas Tsai is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.