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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Szmyd, Ophthalmologist in Portsmouth, NH?
Dr. Lucian Szmyd, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, NH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Szmyd graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (New York Eye and Ear Infirmary at Mount Sinai) Program. Dr. Szmyd is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szmyd’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szmyd’s office at (603) 436-1773.
Where did Dr. Szmyd go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (New York Eye and Ear Infirmary at Mount Sinai) Program
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | University of Washington School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Szmyd speak?
Dr. Szmyd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Szmyd treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Szmyd 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. Szmyd. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H268: Other specified cataract
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does Dr. Szmyd perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Szmyd 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. Szmyd. 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Drug-Eluting Implant in Tear Duct
- Lacrimal Canaliculus Implant
- Tear Duct Drug Implant
- Punctal Implant for Eye Medication
CPT Codes:
- 68841: Insertion of drug-eluting implant, including punctal dilation when performed, into lacrimal canaliculus, each
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Szmyd accept my insurance?
Dr. Szmyd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 436-1773 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Szmyd accept in Portsmouth, NH?
Dr. Szmyd in Portsmouth, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alstom
Boston Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employer Direct Healthcare
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Szmyd's office located?
Dr. Lucian Szmyd's Primary Practice
155 Borthwick Ave Ste 200E
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 436-1773
What is Dr. Szmyd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szmyd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376548149.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szmyd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szmyd
What is Dr. Lucian Szmyd's specialty?
Dr. Szmyd is a Ophthalmologist near Portsmouth, NH. 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. Contact Dr. Szmyd to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lucian Szmyd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Szmyd is affiliated with Portsmouth Regional Hospital 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 Lucian Szmyd accepting new patients in Portsmouth, NH?
Yes, Dr. Lucian Szmyd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucian Szmyd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Szmyd's office at (603) 436-1773 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucian Szmyd?
Please contact Dr. Szmyd's office at (603) 436-1773 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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