21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Engelman, Ophthalmologist in Cupertino, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Engelman?
Dr. Christopher Engelman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Engelman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Glaucoma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cupertino, CA community, Dr. Engelman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Engelman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Devers Eye Institute, Glaucoma
Residency: Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Internal Medicine | Stanford Hospitals and Clinics | Stanford University Medical Center | Stanford Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Engelman board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Engelman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Engelman speak?
Dr. Engelman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Chinese
- English
- Korean
- Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Engelman typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Engelman 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. Engelman. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Engelman typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Engelman 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. Engelman. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
- Aqueous Shunt Placement
- Glaucoma Implant Surgery
- Eye Pressure Drainage Device
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
- 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
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
Does Dr. Engelman accept my insurance?
Dr. Engelman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 354-9510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Engelman accept in Cupertino, CA?
Dr. Engelman in Cupertino, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Engelman's office located?
Dr. Christopher Engelman's Primary Practice
10300 S De Anza Blvd Ste A
Cupertino, CA 95014
(408) 354-9510
What hospitals are Dr. Engelman affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Engelman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Fellow of American Academy of Ophthalmology
What is Dr. Engelman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Engelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093778326.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Engelman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Engelman