Overview
Lawrence Chong is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California.
Dr. Chong is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Endophthalmitis, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Vitrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
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- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2801 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lawrence Chong
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lawrence Chong?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lawrence Chong by calling their office at 562-933-2000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lawrence Chong a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lawrence Chong is classified as an Advanced expert for Retinal Detachment, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Lawrence Chong specialize in?
While Dr. Lawrence Chong is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, and Vitrectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Lawrence Chong participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lawrence Chong has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Lawrence Chong's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lawrence Chong accept my insurance?
Dr. Lawrence Chong accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 562-933-2000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
- EndophthalmitisDr. Chong isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Chong isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- VitrectomyDr. Chong isAdvanced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Chong isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Chong isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Chong isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Chong isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.