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Dr. Patrick Chin, MD

Westwood, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chin, Ophthalmologist in Westwood, NJ?

    Dr. Patrick Chin, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Westwood, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Chin completed his residency at Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chin is fluent in English, Chinese, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chin’s office at (201) 666-4014.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chin?

    Dr. Patrick Chin, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chin empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Laser Surgery, LASIK-Refractive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Westwood/NJ community, Dr. Chin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj

    Is Dr. Chin board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Patrick Chin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Chin speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Chin treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chin 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. Chin. 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
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25093: Other age-related incipient cataract, bilateral
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Farsightedness
    • Astigmatism
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia
    • Irregular Cornea
    • Blurred Vision
    • Distorted Vision
    • Short-sightedness
    • Blurred distance vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H524: Presbyopia
    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
    • H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
    • H5212: Myopia, left eye
    • H5211: Myopia, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage

    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:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Scaly eyelid inflammation
    • Dandruff-like eyelids
    • Chronic blepharitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01021: Squamous blepharitis right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye

    What procedures does Dr. Chin perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chin 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. Chin. 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
    • Complex Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Device
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation
    • Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
    • Complex Lens Replacement with Drainage Device
    • Phacoemulsification with Glaucoma Implant

    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
    • 66989: 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; with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
    • IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment

    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)
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)

    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:

    • Chalazion Removal
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Meibomian Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67800: Excision of chalazion; single

    Does Dr. Chin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 666-4014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chin accept in Westwood, NJ?

    Dr. Chin in Westwood, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sterling Jewelers

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chin's office located?

    Dr. Patrick Chin's Primary Practice

    300 Fairview Ave

    Westwood, NJ 07675

    (201) 666-4014

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

    Dr. Chin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396702783.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chin?

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

    What is Dr. Patrick Chin's specialty?

    Dr. Chin is a Ophthalmologist near Westwood, NJ. 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. Chin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Patrick Chin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chin is affiliated with The Valley 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

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    Is Patrick Chin accepting new patients in Westwood, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Patrick Chin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Patrick Chin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chin's office at (201) 666-4014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Patrick Chin?

    Please contact Dr. Chin's office at (201) 666-4014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Patrick Chin have?

    Dr. Patrick Chin is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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