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Who is Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas, Ophthalmologist in Williamsville, NY?
Dr. Ellen Fitzgerald-Farkas, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Williamsville, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas’s office at (716) 634-4441.
What languages does Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas speak?
Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas 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. Fitzgerald-Farkas. 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:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Age-Related Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- Senile Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
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 Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
What procedures does Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas 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. Fitzgerald-Farkas. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
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)
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
Does Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas accept my insurance?
Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 634-4441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas accept in Williamsville, NY?
Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas in Williamsville, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
EyeMed
HealthNow New York
Independent Health
Medicare
State of New York
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas' office located?
Dr. Ellen Fitzgerald-Farkas' Primary Practice
40 N Union Rd
Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 634-4441
What is Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215192638.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas
What is Dr. Ellen Fitzgerald-Farkas's specialty?
Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas is a Ophthalmologist near Williamsville, 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. Fitzgerald-Farkas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ellen Fitzgerald-Farkas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fitzgerald-Farkas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ellen Fitzgerald-Farkas accepting new patients in Williamsville, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Fitzgerald-Farkas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ellen Fitzgerald-Farkas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas's office at (716) 634-4441 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ellen Fitzgerald-Farkas?
Please contact Dr. Fitzgerald-Farkas's office at (716) 634-4441 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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