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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Foulsham, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. William Foulsham, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Foulsham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foulsham’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foulsham’s office at (617) 573-3288.
What languages does Dr. Foulsham speak?
Dr. Foulsham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Foulsham typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Foulsham 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. Foulsham. 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
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
Also known as:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
- Retinal Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33311: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, right eye
Also known as:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33312: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, left eye
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Foulsham typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Foulsham 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. Foulsham. 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Foulsham accept my insurance?
Dr. Foulsham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 573-3288 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Foulsham accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Foulsham in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Foulsham's office located?
What is Dr. Foulsham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Foulsham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124581863.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Foulsham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Foulsham
What is Dr. William Foulsham's specialty?
Dr. Foulsham is a Ophthalmologist near Boston, 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 this Dr. William Foulsham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Foulsham is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center 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 William Foulsham accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. William Foulsham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Foulsham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Foulsham's office at (617) 573-3288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Foulsham?
Please contact Dr. Foulsham's office at (617) 573-3288 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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