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About Dr. Juliet E. Chung
Background and practice information
Dr. Juliet E. Chung is an ophthalmologist with over 22 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Santa Monica, CA area. She completed her medical training at University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine and has been in practice since 2004. She currently practices at Jules Stein Eye Institute Medical Group.
Dr. Juliet E. Chung's clinical practice focuses on performing cataract removal procedures.
Dr. Juliet E. Chung participates in Medicare's quality reporting program with a score of 74.6 out of 100. Dr. Juliet E. Chung is in-network with 7 insurance providers, including Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, and 4 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with her office before scheduling an appointment.
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2 locations
Jules Stein Eye Institute Medical Group
Primary1807 Wilshire Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 829-0160
Jules Stein Eye Institute Medical Group
622 W Duarte Rd
Arcadia, CA 91007
(323) 442-7122
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Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Dr. Juliet E. Chung
Dr. Juliet Chung is an ophthalmologist in Santa Monica, CA. The following procedures reflect Dr. Chung's clinical practice based on data reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Cataract surgery
Dr. Chung also performs cataract removal procedures.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. Juliet E. Chung accepts 37 plans from 7 insurers, including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance and patient safety measures
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CMS Quality Score · Out of 100
Dr. Chung received a quality score of 74.6 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This score reflects performance across clinical quality measures, care coordination, and use of health technology. CMS evaluates ophthalmologists annually through the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) to help patients make informed choices about their healthcare in Santa Monica, CA.
Clinical Quality
85.0/100Measures the quality of care provided based on clinical outcomes and patient safety
Cost Efficiency
30.2/100Evaluates how efficiently healthcare resources are used while maintaining quality
Health IT Adoption
100.0/100Measures adoption of electronic health records and patient access to health information
Care Improvement
40.0/40Reflects participation in activities that improve clinical practice and patient engagement
Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System
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About Ophthalmology
Specialty overview and common conditions
An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor who specializes in the comprehensive medical and surgical care of the eyes. Unlike optometrists who primarily provide vision care and prescribe glasses, ophthalmologists are physicians who diagnose and treat all eye diseases, perform eye surgery (cataract surge...
Common conditions treated by ophthalmology specialists:
- Cataracts
- Glaucoma
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
- Diabetic Retinopathy
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juliet E. Chung
Does Dr. Chung accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Chung accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Chung and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Chung accept?
Dr. Chung is in-network with 7 insurance providers, including Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, Medicare, Oxford Health Plans (UHC), and 2 more. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Chung's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Chung offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Dr. Chung does not currently list telehealth services. For virtual care options, contact the office directly or consider other ophthalmology providers in Santa Monica who offer telehealth.
What conditions does Dr. Chung treat?
As a ophthalmology specialist, Dr. Chung commonly treats conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration (amd), diabetic retinopathy, dry eye disease, and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What is Dr. Chung's quality rating?
Dr. Chung has received a satisfactory quality score of 74.6 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). This score reflects performance across quality measures, promoting interoperability, improvement activities, and cost efficiency.
Where did Dr. Chung go to medical school?
Dr. Chung completed medical training at University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine and has been practicing since 2004, bringing over 22 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Chung's office located?
Dr. Chung practices at 1807 WILSHIRE BLVD, Santa Monica, CA 90403 at JULES STEIN EYE INSTITUTE MEDICAL GROUP. You can reach the office by calling (310) 829-0160.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Chung?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Chung, call the office at (310) 829-0160. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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