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Who is Dr. Saxe, Retina Specialist in Carmel, IN?
Dr. Stephen Saxe, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Carmel, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Saxe completed his residency at Hutzel Hosp, Ophthalmology; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Saxe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxe’s office at (248) 858-6272.
Where did Dr. Saxe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hutzel Hosp, Ophthalmology; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Saxe board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Saxe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Saxe speak?
Dr. Saxe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Saxe typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Saxe 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. Saxe. 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
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
- Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33021: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, right eye
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:
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Saxe typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Saxe 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. Saxe. 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:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
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)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
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:
- Vitrectomy with Laser Treatment
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Eye Vitreous Removal with Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67039: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with focal endolaser photocoagulation
Does Dr. Saxe accept my insurance?
Dr. Saxe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 858-6272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saxe accept in Carmel, IN?
Dr. Saxe in Carmel, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
SIHO Holding
Unified Group Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Saxe's office located?
Dr. Stephen Saxe's Primary Practice
10300 N Illinois St Ste 1060
Carmel, IN 46290
(248) 858-6272
What is Dr. Saxe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saxe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699750844.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saxe
What is Dr. Stephen Saxe's specialty?
Dr. Saxe is a Retina Specialist near Carmel, IN.
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. Stephen Saxe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saxe is affiliated with Lutheran Hospital - Indiana 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 Stephen Saxe accepting new patients in Carmel, IN?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Saxe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Saxe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saxe's office at (248) 858-6272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Saxe?
Please contact Dr. Saxe's office at (248) 858-6272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Saxe have?
Dr. Stephen Saxe is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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