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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kass, Ophthalmologist in New York, NY?
Dr. William Kass, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kass is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kass’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kass’s office at (646) 762-2020.
What languages does Dr. Kass speak?
Dr. Kass and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kass treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kass 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. Kass. 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.
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:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Error
- Refractive Errors
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Vision problem
- Focusing problem
- Blurred vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H527: Unspecified disorder of refraction
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Miscellaneous Optic Nerve Conditions
- Unspecified Optic Nerve Problems
- Optic Nerve Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47093: Other disorders of optic nerve, not elsewhere classified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Pinguecula
- Eye Disease
- Eye Bump
- Yellow Eye Spot
- Conjunctival Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11153: Pinguecula, bilateral
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:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Kass perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kass 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. Kass. 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.
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
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)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
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. Kass accept my insurance?
Dr. Kass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 762-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kass accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Kass in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Deutsche Bank
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
MetroPlus
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kass' office located?
What is Dr. Kass's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104386218.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kass?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kass
What is Dr. William Kass's specialty?
Dr. Kass is a Ophthalmologist near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Kass to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Kass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kass is affiliated with Mount Sinai West, BronxCare Health System 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
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Is William Kass accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. William Kass is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Kass offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kass's office at (646) 762-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Kass?
Please contact Dr. Kass's office at (646) 762-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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