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Dr. Vicente Diaz, MD
New Haven, CT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Diaz, Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Vicente Diaz, MD is an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Diaz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diaz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diaz’s office at (212) 979-4500.
What languages does Dr. Diaz speak?
Dr. Diaz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist like Dr. Diaz typically treat?
As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Diaz 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. Diaz. 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:
- Cortical Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Cortical Cataract
- Outer Lens Clouding
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Retinal Edema
- Retinal Disorder
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3581: Retinal edema
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist like Dr. Diaz typically perform?
As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Diaz 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. Diaz. 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:
- 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:
- 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
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. Diaz accept my insurance?
Dr. Diaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 979-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diaz accept in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Diaz in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Diaz's office located?
Dr. Vicente Diaz's Primary Practice
40 Temple St Ste 3A
New Haven, CT 06510
(212) 979-4500
What is Dr. Diaz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114190154.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diaz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diaz
What is Dr. Vicente Diaz's specialty?
Dr. Diaz is a Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist near New Haven, CT.
What does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of intraocular inflammation, scleritis, keratitis, and infectious disorders focuses on managing inflammatory conditions affecting the eye, adnexa, and orbit. This specialist utilizes medical and surgical interventions to address these complex ocular issues.
Is this Dr. Vicente Diaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Diaz is affiliated with Bridgeport 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
When to see an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vicente Diaz accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Vicente Diaz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vicente Diaz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diaz's office at (212) 979-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vicente Diaz?
Please contact Dr. Diaz's office at (212) 979-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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