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Dr. John Weiter, MD, PHD

Ophthalmologist, Retina Specialist

Quincy, MA

51 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

    Who is Dr. Weiter, Ophthalmologist in Quincy, MA?

    Dr. John Weiter, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Quincy, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified. Dr. Weiter completed his residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, General Surgery. Dr. Weiter is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weiter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weiter’s office.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il

    Is Dr. Weiter board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Weiter, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Weiter speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Weiter typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Weiter 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. Weiter. 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
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • 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
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Moderate Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Moderate Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
    • Moderate Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113312: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Weiter typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Weiter 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. Weiter. 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)

    Does Dr. Weiter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Weiter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Weiter accept in Quincy, MA?

    Dr. Weiter in Quincy, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Weiter's office located?

    Dr. John Weiter's Primary Practice

    300 Congress St Ste 201

    Quincy, MA 02169

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    Dr. John Weiter's Practice 2

    422 Worcester St

    Wellesley, MA 02481

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. John Weiter?

    Dr. Weiter has appointments available at his Quincy, MA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Weiter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992795421.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weiter?

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

    What is Dr. John Weiter's specialty?

    Dr. Weiter is an Ophthalmologist near Quincy, MA.

    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 Dr. John Weiter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Weiter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. John Weiter accepting new patients in Quincy, MA?

    Yes, Dr. John Weiter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Weiter offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Weiter, or contact the office for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Weiter?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Weiter, or contact the office for more information.

    Where is Dr. Weiter's office located?

    Dr. Weiter's offices are located in Quincy, MA and Wellesley, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Weiter have?

    Dr. John Weiter is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.