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Dr. Michael Ip, MD

Dr. Michael Ip, MD

Pasadena, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ip, Ophthalmologist in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Michael Ip, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Ip completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Ophthalmology; Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Ip is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ip’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ip’s office at (608) 263-7171.

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

    • Fellowship: Tufts Medical Center, Retina/Vitreous Surgery

    • Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Ophthalmology; Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

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

    Is Dr. Ip board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Ip, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Ip speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ip treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ip 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. Ip. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related macular degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-Related Macular Degeneration
    • AMD
    • Macular Disease
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Disorder
    • Macular Pucker
    • Blocked Central Retinal Vein
    • Eye Retina Problem
    • Retina Condition
    • Vision Disorder
    • General Retinal Issue
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Eye Stroke
    • CRVO

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H359: Unspecified retinal disorder
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
    • Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
    • Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetic Macular Edema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113553: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy, bilateral
    • E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Serous Retinal Detachment
    • Retinal Detachment
    • Fluid Retinal Detachment
    • Exudative Retinal Detachment
    • Non-Rhegmatogenous Detachment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
    • H3322: Serous retinal detachment, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Vision Problem
    • Other Vision Problems
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Unspecified visual disturbance
    • General vision issue
    • Eye problem
    • Other visual disturbances
    • Unspecified vision issues
    • Various eye problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
    • H538: Other visual disturbances

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage
    • CRVO
    • Eye stroke (vein)
    • Central eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
    • H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    Does Dr. Ip accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ip accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 263-7171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ip accept in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Ip in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ip's office located?

    Dr. Michael Ip's Primary Practice

    150 N Orange Grove Blvd

    Pasadena, CA 91103

    (608) 263-7171

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    Dr. Michael Ip's Practice 2

    800 Fairmount Ave Ste 120

    Pasadena, CA 91105

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    Dr. Michael Ip's Practice 3

    100 Stein Plz

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Retina Specialists

    Member

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Fellow

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

    Dr. Ip's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982670402.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ip?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Ip's specialty?

    Dr. Ip is a Ophthalmologist near Pasadena, CA. 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. Ip to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Ip affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ip is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla 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 Michael Ip accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Ip is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Ip offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ip's office at (608) 263-7171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Ip?

    Please contact Dr. Ip's office at (608) 263-7171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Ip have?

    Dr. Michael Ip is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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