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Dr. James Zimmerman, MD

Retina Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Rapid City, SD

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Zimmerman, Retina Specialist in Rapid City, SD?

    Dr. James Zimmerman, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Rapid City, SD. Dr. Zimmerman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zimmerman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zimmerman’s office at (619) 532-6400.

    What languages does Dr. Zimmerman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Zimmerman typically treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Zimmerman 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. Zimmerman. 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
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353222: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

    What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Zimmerman typically perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Zimmerman 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. Zimmerman. 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)

    Does Dr. Zimmerman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zimmerman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 532-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zimmerman accept in Rapid City, SD?

    Dr. Zimmerman in Rapid City, SD 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 North Dakota

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • MultiPlan Corporation

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Zimmerman's office located?

    Dr. James Zimmerman's Primary Practice

    2800 3rd St

    Rapid City, SD 57701

    (619) 532-6400

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    What hospitals are Dr. Zimmerman affiliated with?

    Dr. Zimmerman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Naval Medical Center San Diego,San Diego, CA

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

    Dr. Zimmerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245428291.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zimmerman?

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

    What is Dr. James Zimmerman's specialty?

    Dr. Zimmerman is a Retina Specialist near Rapid City, SD.

    What does a Retina Specialist do?

    An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.

    Is Dr. James Zimmerman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Zimmerman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Naval Medical Center San Diego. 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

    When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Retina 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. James Zimmerman accepting new patients in Rapid City, SD?

    Yes, Dr. James Zimmerman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Zimmerman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zimmerman's office at (619) 532-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Zimmerman?

    Please contact Dr. Zimmerman's office at (619) 532-6400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zimmerman's office located?

    Dr. Zimmerman's office is located in Rapid City, SD.