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Dr. Rachel Bloom, MD

Dr. Rachel Bloom, MD

Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Livingston, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bloom, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Livingston, NJ?

    Dr. Rachel Bloom, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Livingston, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bloom completed her residency at Albert Einstein College Of Medicine. Dr. Bloom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bloom’s office at (973) 422-1230.

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

    • Fellowship: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    • Residency: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bloom speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Bloom typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Bloom 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. Bloom. 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:

    • Other Vision Problems
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Other visual disturbances
    • Unspecified vision issues
    • Various eye problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H538: Other visual disturbances

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Lazy eye from refractive error
    • Anisometropic amblyopia
    • Refractive lazy eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye
    • H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Lazy Eye
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Vision Loss from Unequal Focus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Esotropia
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • Crossed Eyes
    • Convergent Strabismus
    • Inward Turning Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H5000: Unspecified esotropia

    What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Bloom typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Bloom 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. Bloom. 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:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Probing with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Nasolacrimal duct probing
    • Blocked tear duct procedure
    • Tear duct irrigation

    CPT Codes:

    • 68811: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; requiring general anesthesia

    Does Dr. Bloom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bloom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 422-1230 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bloom accept in Livingston, NJ?

    Dr. Bloom in Livingston, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Assurant

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Marpai Health

    • MVP Health Care

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Bloom's office located?

    Dr. Rachel Bloom's Primary Practice

    22 Old Short Hills Rd

    Livingston, NJ 07039

    (973) 422-1230

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    Dr. Rachel Bloom's Practice 2

    3424 Kossuth Ave

    Bronx, NY 10467

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

    Dr. Bloom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669638409.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bloom?

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

    What is Dr. Rachel Bloom's specialty?

    Dr. Bloom is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Livingston, NJ.

    What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?

    An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions.

    Is Dr. Rachel Bloom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bloom is affiliated with Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus 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 a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Rachel Bloom accepting new patients in Livingston, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Bloom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Bloom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bloom's office at (973) 422-1230 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rachel Bloom?

    Please contact Dr. Bloom's office at (973) 422-1230 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bloom's office located?

    Dr. Bloom's offices are located in Livingston, NJ and Bronx, NY.