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Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD

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Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School (2009)

Professional interests include: eye problems

Long Island City, NY 11101

(773) 791-7670

Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD is an ophthalmologist in Albany, NY specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School in 2009 and has 17 years of experience. Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Mount Sinai Beth Israel Mount Sinai Morningside Mount Sinai Brooklyn Mount Sinai Queens The Mount Sinai Hospital New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai Mount Sinai West, ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI and DANIEL KIM MD TOTAL EYE CARE PC.

Office Locations

113 Holland Avenue Stratton Vamc (500)
Albany, NY 12208

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4310 Crescent Street
Long Island City, NY 02103

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Long Island City, NY 11101

(773) 791-7670

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Some issues Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Albany, NY during 2014 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram) and transplant procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD for Medicare patients.

eye procedures	436
transplant procedures	44
ultrasound (sonogram)	48

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	131

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	44
Black	0
Hispanic	23
Asian	115
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	79
From 75 to 84	86
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD in 2014

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated during 2014 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	52
Dementia	9
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Albany, NY during 2015 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), transplant procedures and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	34
eye procedures	1813
laser treatment	20
transplant procedures	32
ultrasound (sonogram)	100

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	404
Female	584

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	130
Black	0
Hispanic	74
Asian	708
Other	52
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	404
From 75 to 84	406
85 and over	144
Less than 65	34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD in 2015

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated during 2015 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	61
Dementia	13
Cancer	5

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Albany, NY during 2016 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), laser treatment and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	11
doctor visit	63
eye procedures	2023
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	17
laser treatment	25
transplant procedures	16
ultrasound (sonogram)	74

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	208
Female	293

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	77
Black	0
Hispanic	35
Asian	344
Other	28
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	175
From 75 to 84	225
85 and over	80
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated during 2016 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	58
Dementia	13
Cancer	5

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Albany, NY during 2017 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), laser treatment and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	12
doctor visit	73
excision	17
eye procedures	3195
laser treatment	17
ultrasound (sonogram)	93

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	313
Female	456

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	92
Black	0
Hispanic	120
Asian	474
Other	52
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	320
From 75 to 84	318
85 and over	91
Less than 65	40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	59
Dementia	13
Cancer	6

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Albany, NY during 2018 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram) and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	53
eye procedures	4498
laser treatment	15
ultrasound (sonogram)	166

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	423
Female	681

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	108
Black	0
Hispanic	183
Asian	710
Other	62
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	449
From 75 to 84	468
85 and over	133
Less than 65	54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated during 2018 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	25
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	60
Dementia	14
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Albany, NY during 2019 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), diagnostic imaging and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	16
diagnostic imaging	16
doctor visit	25
eye procedures	3403
laser treatment	16
ultrasound (sonogram)	109

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	361
Female	585

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	128
Black	58
Hispanic	111
Asian	592
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	365
From 75 to 84	395
85 and over	147
Less than 65	39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated during 2019 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	58
Dementia	16
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Albany, NY during 2020 were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	14
eye procedures	1899
ultrasound (sonogram)	260

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	242
Female	389

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	361
Black	159
Hispanic	47
Asian	26
Other	38
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	276
From 75 to 84	217
85 and over	87
Less than 65	51

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	52
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Albany, NY during 2021 were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	88
eye procedures	2916
ultrasound (sonogram)	357

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	315
Female	551

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	571
Black	182
Hispanic	44
Asian	0
Other	46
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	380
From 75 to 84	328
85 and over	112
Less than 65	46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	52
Dementia	12
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Albany, NY during 2022 were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	21
eye procedures	947
ultrasound (sonogram)	77

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	154
Female	258

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	215
Black	106
Hispanic	48
Asian	17
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	159
From 75 to 84	176
85 and over	52
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	51
Dementia	6
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Albany, NY during 2023 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD for Medicare patients.

eye procedures	146

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	43
Female	67

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	20
Black	23
Hispanic	46
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	59
Dementia	0
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2014 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Albany, NY were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), transplant procedures and laser treatment.

capsulotomy	16
diagnostic imaging	13
doctor visit	46
excision	17
eye procedures	2127
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	17
laser treatment	18
transplant procedures	30
ultrasound (sonogram)	142

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2014 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD.

**Gender**
Female	399
Male	253

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	52
Asian / Pacific Islander	298
Non-Hispanic White	174
Hispanic	73
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	30

**Age**
85 and over	84
75 to 84	265
Less than 65	31
65 to 74	265

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD From 2014 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	20
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	56
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	9
Dementia	10

Education & Training

Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School in 2009. He completed residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School (2009)

Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Mount Sinai Health System

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Mount Sinai Beth Israel Mount Sinai Morningside Mount Sinai Brooklyn Mount Sinai Queens The Mount Sinai Hospital New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai Mount Sinai West

ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI

DANIEL KIM MD TOTAL EYE CARE PC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Theodore Lyu, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Allergan Inc.	$9,365 COMBIGAN $5,310	LUMIGAN $1,757	RESTASIS $415	ALPHAGAN P $400	ACZONE $18	Other $1,464
Shire North American Group Inc	$1,157 XIIDRA $1,007	$150
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$850 Durezol $349	Simbrinza $164	Travatan Z $27	Ilevro $18	TravatanZ $17	Other $275
GLAUKOS CORPORATION	$288 ISTENT TRABECULAR MICRO-BYPASS STENT SYSTEM $288
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$270 LIPTRUZET $196	BELSOMRA $74
Other	$2,251 DURYSTA $303	ACTHAR $262	LOTEMAX GEL $147	Rocklatan $136	TearLab Osmolarity System $134	Other $1,269

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$5,983
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$4,855
Consulting Fee	$2,900
Travel and Lodging	$373
Education	$50
Other	$19

Biography

Dr. Theodore Lyu practices ophthalmology (eye disease). In his practice, he is particularly interested in eye problems. Dr. Lyu is a graduate of Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School. He trained at Mount Sinai Medical Center for his residency. Dr. Lyu's hospital/clinic affiliations include U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Mount Sinai Health System.