40 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Mcdonald, Ophthalmologist in Bristol, CT?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mcdonald?
Dr. Patricia Mcdonald, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mcdonald empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Cornea & External Eye Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bristol, CT community, Dr. Mcdonald is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Mcdonald go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School Program
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Mcdonald board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Mcdonald, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Mcdonald speak?
Dr. Mcdonald and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Polish
- Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Mcdonald typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Mcdonald 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. Mcdonald. 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:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Tears
- Dry Eyes
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
- Ocular Dryness
- Chronic Dry Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04121: Dry eye syndrome of right lacrimal gland
- H04122: Dry eye syndrome of left lacrimal gland
Also known as:
- Refractive Error
- Other Refractive Error
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Vision problem
- Focusing problem
- Blurred vision
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Uncommon Refractive Error
- Vision Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H527: Unspecified disorder of refraction
- H526: Other disorders of refraction
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Mcdonald typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Mcdonald 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. Mcdonald. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Mcdonald accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcdonald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 621-3723 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdonald accept in Bristol, CT?
Dr. Mcdonald in Bristol, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
State of Connecticut
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Where is Dr. Mcdonald's office located?
Dr. Patricia Mcdonald's Primary Practice
1345 Farmington Ave
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 621-3723
What hospitals are Dr. Mcdonald affiliated with?
Dr. Mcdonald has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Mcdonald's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639179476.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdonald?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcdonald