Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kiss, Retina Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Kiss?s training began in New York City where he received his undergraduate degree with honors from Columbia College and medical school training at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons. He then moved to Boston to complete his ophthalmology residency and surgical vitreoretinal fellowship, both at Harvard Medical School and the Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary. At Harvard, Dr. Kiss was select by the faculty to serve as the Chief Retina Fellow. ?Dr. Kiss was then recruited back to New York City to join the vitreoretinal faculty at Weill Cornell Medical College and assume the role of Director of Clinical Research in the Department of Ophthalmology.Dr. Kiss's clinical interests include complex vitreoretinal surgery and treatment of age?related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. His clinical and translational research focuses on four broad areas: retinal imaging, ocular gene therapy, novel therapeutic targets for ocular neovascularization, and genetic markers for retinal diseases. Dr. Kiss has participated as a principal investigator in over two-dozen prospective clinical trials and laboratory investigations. He has authored over 200 scientific publications, given over 100 invited lectureships worldwide, and serves on the Editorial Board and as a Scientific Reviewer to a number of major journals. Dr. Kiss has won numerous academic and scientific awards including the Heed Ophthalmic Foundation Fellowship, the Ronald G. Michels Foundation Fellowship, the Paul Kayser International Fellowship, and the Research to Prevent Blindness Physician-Scientists Award. Dr. Kiss has been named to several regional and national Top Doctors lists, including?The Ophthalmologist?worldwide Top 40 Under 40, Castle Connolly?s Top Doctors in America, and?New York Super Doctors Rising Stars.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kiss?
Dr. Szilard Kiss, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist 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. Kiss empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Retinal Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Kiss is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kiss go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Harvard Medical School | Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Residency: Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Harvard Medical School
Is Dr. Kiss board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Szilard Kiss, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Kiss speak?
Dr. Kiss and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kiss treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Kiss 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. Kiss. 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:
- Other Retinal Disorder
- Changes in Eye Blood Vessels
- Retinal Pigment Epithelium Detachment
- Abnormal New Blood Vessels in Retina
- Retinal Disorder
- Macular Pucker
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Various Retinal Conditions
- Uncommon Retinal Diseases
- Miscellaneous Retinal Problems
- Retinal Vascular Appearance Changes
- Abnormal Retinal Vessel Look
- Eye Vessel Changes
- RPE Detachment
- Serous RPE Detachment
- Fluid Under RPE
- Retinal Layer Separation
- Retinal Neovascularization
- New Eye Vessel Growth
- Proliferative Retinopathy
- Eye Retina Problem
- Retina Condition
- Vision Disorder
- General Retinal Issue
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3589: Other specified retinal disorders
- H35013: Changes in retinal vascular appearance, bilateral
- H35723: Serous detachment of retinal pigment epithelium, bilateral
- H35053: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, bilateral
- H359: Unspecified retinal disorder
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Drusen
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- AMD
- Macular Disease
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Retinal Drusen
- Yellow Spots on Retina
- Age-Related Macular Drusen
- Drusen in Eye
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- CME
- Macular Swelling
- Retinal Edema
- Fluid in Macula
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35353: Cystoid macular degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Miscellaneous Optic Nerve Conditions
- Unspecified Optic Nerve Problems
- Optic Nerve Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47093: Other disorders of optic nerve, not elsewhere classified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113213: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
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:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Does Dr. Kiss accept my insurance?
Dr. Kiss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kiss accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Kiss in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Kiss' office located?
Weill Cornell Eye Associates
1305 York Avenue
11th Floor
New York, NY 10021
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Kiss's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kiss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023076593.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kiss?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kiss
What is Dr. Szilard Kiss's specialty?
Dr. Kiss is a Retina Specialist near New York, NY. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Kiss to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Szilard Kiss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kiss is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Szilard Kiss accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Szilard Kiss is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Szilard Kiss offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kiss's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Szilard Kiss?
Please contact Dr. Kiss's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Szilard Kiss have?
Dr. Szilard Kiss is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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