Summary

Dr. Chevy Lee specializes in ophthalmology, bringing five decades of experience to eye care in South Texas. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and completed his residency training at the University of Texas Health System. Throughout his extensive career spanning 51 years, Dr. Lee has developed expertise in comprehensive eye care. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve the diverse community of the Rio Grande Valley.

Dr. Lee practices at Rio Grande Regional Hospital and maintains his office in McAllen, Texas. He focuses on treating serious eye conditions including glaucoma, retinal detachment, and cataracts. His practice emphasizes thorough diagnostic care through comprehensive eye exams and specialized testing like tonometry to measure eye pressure. Dr. Lee also performs dilated eye exams to carefully evaluate the health of patients' retinas and overall eye function.

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Quick Facts

  • 51 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Texas Health System
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Chevy Chu Lee

1913 S 1st St Ste 100McAllen, TX 78503
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
51 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
McAllen , TXWebster , TXWebster , TXMcallen , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: University of Minnesota
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Chevy Chu Lee

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Avesis
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Chevy Chu Lee has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Chevy Chu Lee has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Texas Health System

Medical School

University Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated in 1975

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Dr. Chevy Lee is affiliated with Rio Grande Regional Hospital.
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