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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kiang, Ophthalmologist in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Elena Kiang, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Kiang graduated from Universidad Central de Venezuela Escuela de Medicina Luis Razetti and completed her residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Ophthalmology; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Ophthalmology; Caritas Carney Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kiang is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kiang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kiang’s office at (941) 364-8885.
Where did Dr. Kiang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Ophthalmology; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Ophthalmology; Caritas Carney Hosp, Internal Medicine | Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program
Medical School: University Central De Venezuela- Esc De Med "luis Razetti"- Caracas | Universidad Central de Venezuela Escuela de Medicina Luis Razetti
Is Dr. Kiang board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Elena Kiang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Kiang speak?
Dr. Kiang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Kiang typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kiang 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. Kiang. 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:
- Farsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Blurred vision
- Distorted vision
- Irregular cornea
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H52209: Unspecified astigmatism, unspecified eye
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
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:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Kiang typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kiang 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. Kiang. 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. Kiang accept my insurance?
Dr. Kiang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 364-8885 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kiang accept in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Kiang in Sarasota, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kiang's office located?
Dr. Elena Kiang's Primary Practice
2650 Bahia Vista St Ste 206
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 364-8885
What is Dr. Kiang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kiang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972566545.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kiang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kiang
What is Dr. Elena Kiang's specialty?
Dr. Kiang is a Ophthalmologist near Sarasota, FL.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Elena Kiang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kiang is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital 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
When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elena Kiang accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?
Yes, Dr. Elena Kiang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elena Kiang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kiang's office at (941) 364-8885 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elena Kiang?
Please contact Dr. Kiang's office at (941) 364-8885 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elena Kiang have?
Dr. Elena Kiang is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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