17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Oliver, Retina Specialist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Scott Oliver, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Oliver completed his residency at University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists, Amercal Academy of Ophthalmology, American Medical Association, American Society of Retinal Specialists, International Society of Ocular Oncology, Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, Colorado Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Oliver is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oliver’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oliver’s office at (720) 848-2020.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Oliver?
Dr. Scott Oliver, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Oliver empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eye Cancer, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Disorders, Retinal Disorders-Pediatric, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Aurora/CO community, Dr. Oliver is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Oliver go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCLA Medical Center Program, Vitreoretinal Surgery and Disease, Ophthalmic Oncology | UCLA Medical Center Program | Jules Stein Eye Institute, UCLA, Retina/Vitreous Surgery | Jules Stein Eye Institute, UCLA, Ocular Oncology | Jules Stein Eye Institute
Residency: University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals | University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals | University of Colorado at Denver & Health Sciences
Is Dr. Oliver board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Oliver, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology , American Board of Ophthalmology since 2008
What languages does Dr. Oliver speak?
Dr. Oliver and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Oliver treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Oliver 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. Oliver. 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:
- Uveal Melanoma
- Eye Cancer
- Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma Treatment (PDQ)
- Choroidal Melanoma
- Intraocular Melanoma
- Cancer of the Choroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- C6932: Malignant neoplasm of left choroid
- C6931: Malignant neoplasm of right choroid
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Other Choroid Disorder
- Eye Disease
- Choroidal Conditions
- Choroid Problems
- Eye Choroid Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H318: Other specified disorders of choroid
Also known as:
- Benign Choroid Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Eye Disease
- Non-cancerous choroid growth
- Benign choroidal neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3131: Benign neoplasm of right choroid
What procedures does Dr. Oliver perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Oliver 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. Oliver. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Injection into Eye Capsule
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
- Tenon's Capsule Injection
- Periocular Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
- 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
Also known as:
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retina Lesion Treatment
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
- Retinal Lesion Destruction
- Macular Edema Treatment
- Retinal Tumor Treatment
- Eye Lesion Cryotherapy
CPT Codes:
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
- 67208: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; cryotherapy, diathermy
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Retinal Detachment Repair (Scleral Buckling)
- Removal of Eye Implant (Back of Eye)
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Scleral Buckling Surgery
- Retinal Reattachment Surgery
- Eye Detachment Repair
- Intraocular Implant Removal
- Posterior Segment Implant Extraction
- Eye Device Removal Surgery
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67107: Repair of retinal detachment; scleral buckling (such as lamellar scleral dissection, imbrication or encircling procedure), including, when performed, implant, cryotherapy, photocoagulation, and drainage of subretinal fluid
- 67121: Removal of implanted material, posterior segment; intraocular
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Eye Fluid Removal
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
- Anterior Chamber Paracentesis
- Aqueous Humor Removal
- Eye Pressure Relief Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
- 65800: Paracentesis of anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); with removal of aqueous
Also known as:
- Retina Lesion Radiation Treatment
- Macular Edema Radiation
- Retinal Tumor Brachytherapy
- Eye Radiation Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67218: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; radiation by implantation of source (includes removal of source)
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
- 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)
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy with Laser Treatment
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Eye Vitreous Removal with Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67039: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with focal endolaser photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Photodynamic Therapy for Eye Lesions
- Choroidal neovascularization treatment
- Eye laser therapy
- PDT for eye disease
- Retinal lesion destruction
CPT Codes:
- 67221: Destruction of localized lesion of choroid (eg, choroidal neovascularization); photodynamic therapy (includes intravenous infusion)
Also known as:
- Eye Socket Biopsy (Fine Needle)
- Orbital Fine Needle Aspiration
- Eye Socket FNA
- Biopsy of Eye Socket
CPT Codes:
- 67415: Fine needle aspiration of orbital contents
Also known as:
- Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye (No Stitches)
- Ocular surface repair with amniotic membrane
- Eye membrane graft
- Sutureless amniotic membrane transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65778: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Conjunctival Lesion
- Conjunctival Excision
- Eye Lesion Removal
- Pterygium Excision
CPT Codes:
- 68115: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; over 1 cm
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) Treatment for Infants
- ROP Treatment
- Infant Retinopathy Therapy
- Photocoagulation for ROP
- Cryotherapy for ROP
CPT Codes:
- 67229: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy, 1 or more sessions, preterm infant (less than 37 weeks gestation at birth), performed from birth up to 1 year of age (eg, retinopathy of prematurity), photocoagulation or cryotherapy
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Choroid Lesion
- Choroidal Photocoagulation
- Eye Laser Therapy
- Choroidal Neovascularization Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67220: Destruction of localized lesion of choroid (eg, choroidal neovascularization); photocoagulation (eg, laser), 1 or more sessions
Does Dr. Oliver accept my insurance?
Dr. Oliver accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oliver accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Oliver in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Oliver's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Retina Specialists
Member
Amercal Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
American Medical Association
Board Member
American Society of Retinal Specialists
Board Member
International Society of Ocular Oncology
Board Member
Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
Board Member
Colorado Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
Board Member
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
Awards
Phi Beta Kappa
Trinity University
University of Colorado School of Medicine, Alpha Omega Alpha
Graduating Residents, UCLA Jules Stein Eye Institute, Fellow's Teachi
ARVO, ARVO Travel Grant Award
Graduating Senior Residents, Department of Ophthalmology, Academic Fa
What is Dr. Oliver's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oliver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336173772.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oliver?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oliver
What is Dr. Scott Oliver's specialty?
Dr. Oliver is a Retina Specialist near Aurora, CO. 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. Contact Dr. Oliver to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Scott Oliver affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oliver is affiliated with UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital 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 Scott Oliver accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Scott Oliver is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Oliver offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oliver's office at (720) 848-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Oliver?
Please contact Dr. Oliver's office at (720) 848-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Oliver have?
Dr. Scott Oliver is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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