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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Galang, Ophthalmologist in Wausau, WI?
Dr. Luis Galang, DO is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Wausau, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Galang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Galang’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galang’s office at (715) 261-8500.
What languages does Dr. Galang speak?
Dr. Galang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Galang treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Galang 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. Galang. 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:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Left Eye Cataract Surgery Status
- Right Eye Cataract Surgery Status
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Age-Related Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Left Eye Cataract Removal
- Post-Cataract Surgery Left Eye
- Left Eye Lens Replacement
- Right Eye Cataract Removal
- Post-Cataract Surgery Right Eye
- Right Eye Lens Replacement
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
- Senile Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- Z9842: Cataract extraction status, left eye
- Z9841: Cataract extraction status, right eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
- H2521: Age-related cataract, morgagnian type, right eye
Also known as:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
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 with Diabetic Cataract
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does Dr. Galang perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Galang 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. Galang. 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:
- 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:
- 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
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)
Does Dr. Galang accept my insurance?
Dr. Galang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (715) 261-8500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Galang accept in Wausau, WI?
Dr. Galang in Wausau, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
EDS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Security Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Galang's office located?
What is Dr. Galang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Galang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548220171.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Galang
What is Dr. Luis Galang's specialty?
Dr. Galang is a Ophthalmologist near Wausau, WI. 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. Galang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Luis Galang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Galang is affiliated with Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Marshfield Medical Center - Minocqua 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 Luis Galang accepting new patients in Wausau, WI?
Yes, Dr. Luis Galang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Galang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Galang's office at (715) 261-8500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Galang?
Please contact Dr. Galang's office at (715) 261-8500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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