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Dr. Benjamin Hale, MD

Coal Township, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hale, Ophthalmologist in Coal Township, PA?

    Dr. Benjamin Hale, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Coal Township, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hale graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Hale is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hale’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hale’s office at (570) 808-5757.

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

    • Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    What languages does Dr. Hale speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hale treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hale 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. Hale. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Hole
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Retinal Hole
    • Foveal Hole
    • Macular Cyst
    • Macular Pseudohole
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, left eye
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Central Retinal Vein
    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Neovascularization
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Eye Stroke
    • CRVO
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • New Blood Vessel Growth in Retina
    • Abnormal Retinal Vessels
    • Retinal Angiogenesis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H35051: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, right eye
    • H35052: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling
    • Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • CRVO
    • Eye stroke (vein)
    • Central eye vein blockage
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
    • H348330: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, bilateral, with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Serous Retinal Detachment
    • Retinal Detachment with Break
    • Retinal Detachment
    • Fluid Retinal Detachment
    • Exudative Retinal Detachment
    • Non-Rhegmatogenous Detachment
    • Detached Retina with Tear
    • Retinal Tear with Detachment
    • Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3322: Serous retinal detachment, left eye
    • H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
    • H33001: Unspecified retinal detachment with retinal break, right eye

    Does Dr. Hale accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hale accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 808-5757 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hale accept in Coal Township, PA?

    Dr. Hale in Coal Township, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hale's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Hale's Primary Practice

    4203 Hospital Rd Ste 150723

    Coal Township, PA 17866

    (570) 808-5757

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    Dr. Benjamin Hale's Practice 2

    675 Baltimore Dr

    Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

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    Dr. Benjamin Hale's Practice 3

    16 Woodbine Ln

    Danville, PA 17821

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

    Dr. Hale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588823561.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hale?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Hale's specialty?

    Dr. Hale is a Ophthalmologist near Coal Township, PA. 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. Hale to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Hale affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hale is affiliated with Geisinger 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 Benjamin Hale accepting new patients in Coal Township, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Hale is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Hale offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hale's office at (570) 808-5757 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Hale?

    Please contact Dr. Hale's office at (570) 808-5757 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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