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Dr. Benjamin Spirn, MD

Dr. Benjamin Spirn, MD

Shrewsbury, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Spirn, Retina Specialist in Shrewsbury, NJ?

    Dr. Benjamin Spirn, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Shrewsbury, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Spirn graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Spirn is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spirn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spirn’s office at (732) 224-1188.

    Where did Dr. Spirn go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Is Dr. Spirn board certified as a Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Spirn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Spirn speak?

    Dr. Spirn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Spirn typically treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Spirn 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. Spirn. 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 here.

    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:

    • Retinal Hemorrhage
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Bleeding in the Retina
    • Eye Bleed
    • Retinal Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3563: Retinal hemorrhage, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization

    What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Spirn typically perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Spirn 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. Spirn. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;

    Does Dr. Spirn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Spirn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 224-1188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Spirn accept in Shrewsbury, NJ?

    Dr. Spirn in Shrewsbury, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Assurant

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Spirn's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Spirn's Primary Practice

    555 Shrewsbury Ave

    Shrewsbury, NJ 07702

    (732) 224-1188

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    Dr. Benjamin Spirn's Practice 2

    1656 Oak Tree Rd Ste 3

    Edison, NJ 08820

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    What is Dr. Spirn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Spirn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417941592.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spirn?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spirn

    What is Dr. Benjamin Spirn's specialty?

    Dr. Spirn is a Retina Specialist near Shrewsbury, NJ.

    What does a Retina Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Spirn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Spirn is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Bayshore Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Benjamin Spirn accepting new patients in Shrewsbury, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Spirn is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Spirn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Spirn's office at (732) 224-1188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Spirn?

    Please contact Dr. Spirn's office at (732) 224-1188 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Spirn have?

    Dr. Benjamin Spirn is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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