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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zavaleta, Ophthalmologist in Abilene, TX?
Dr. Eric Zavaleta, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Abilene, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zavaleta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zavaleta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zavaleta’s office at (325) 673-9806.
Where did Dr. Zavaleta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Texas A & M Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Coll of Med, College Station | Texas A&M University / Main Campus
What languages does Dr. Zavaleta speak?
Dr. Zavaleta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Zavaleta typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Zavaleta 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. Zavaleta. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Zavaleta typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Zavaleta performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Zavaleta. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Does Dr. Zavaleta accept my insurance?
Dr. Zavaleta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (325) 673-9806 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zavaleta accept in Abilene, TX?
Dr. Zavaleta in Abilene, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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All Other Third Party
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Medicare
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Where is Dr. Zavaleta's office located?
Dr. Eric Zavaleta's Primary Practice
5441 Health Center Dr
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 673-9806
What is Dr. Zavaleta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zavaleta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619141363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zavaleta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zavaleta
What is Dr. Eric Zavaleta's specialty?
Dr. Zavaleta is a Ophthalmologist near Abilene, TX.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.
Is this Dr. Eric Zavaleta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zavaleta is affiliated with Shannon 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
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Is Eric Zavaleta accepting new patients in Abilene, TX?
Yes, Dr. Eric Zavaleta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Zavaleta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zavaleta's office at (325) 673-9806 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Zavaleta?
Please contact Dr. Zavaleta's office at (325) 673-9806 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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