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Who is Dr. Chaum, Ophthalmologist in Little River, SC?
Dr. Edward Chaum, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Little River, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chaum completed his residency at Mass Gen Hospital. Dr. Chaum is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chaum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chaum’s office.
Where did Dr. Chaum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hospital
Is Dr. Chaum board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Edward Chaum, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Chaum speak?
Dr. Chaum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Chaum typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chaum 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. Chaum. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E113292: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Retinal Neovascularization
- Retinal Disorder
- New Blood Vessel Growth in Retina
- Abnormal Retinal Vessels
- Retinal Angiogenesis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35051: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, right eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Chaum typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chaum 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. Chaum. 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. Chaum accept my insurance?
Dr. Chaum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chaum accept in Little River, SC?
Dr. Chaum in Little River, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicare
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Chaum's office located?
What is Dr. Chaum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chaum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023075868.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chaum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chaum
What is Dr. Edward Chaum's specialty?
Dr. Chaum is a Ophthalmologist near Little River, SC.
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. Edward Chaum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chaum is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Edward Chaum accepting new patients in Little River, SC?
Yes, Dr. Edward Chaum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Chaum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chaum's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Chaum?
Please contact Dr. Chaum's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Chaum have?
Dr. Edward Chaum is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and American Board of Pediatrics.
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