18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scartozzi, Retina Specialist in Prospect, CT?
Dr. Richard Scartozzi, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Prospect, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Scartozzi completed his residency at Wills Eye Hospital. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists, New England Ophthalmological Society, American Academy of Ophthalmology, Research to Prevent Blindness, Connecticut Society of Eye Physicians, Phi Beta Kappa, and American College of Surgeons. Dr. Scartozzi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scartozzi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scartozzi’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Scartozzi?
Dr. Richard Scartozzi, 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. Scartozzi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Uveitis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Prospect/CT community, Dr. Scartozzi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Scartozzi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Doheny Eye Institute - USC
Residency: Wills Eye Hospital
Medical School: Suny at Stony Brook (Valedictorian)
Is Dr. Scartozzi board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Scartozzi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Scartozzi speak?
Dr. Scartozzi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Scartozzi treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Scartozzi 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. Scartozzi. 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:
- Macular Pucker
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Lattice Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Lattice Degeneration
- Retinal Lattice
- Peripheral Retinal Thinning
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
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
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Nonexudative AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353122: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353121: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33312: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, left eye
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:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
- Retinal Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33311: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, right eye
Also known as:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Single Break
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with One Tear
- Single Break Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye
Which procedures does Dr. Scartozzi perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Scartozzi may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Scartozzi's office.
Does Dr. Scartozzi accept my insurance?
Dr. Scartozzi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scartozzi accept in Prospect, CT?
Dr. Scartozzi in Prospect, CT 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 Michigan
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Scartozzi's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 3 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
90% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Richard Scartozzi an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Scartozzi has been rated and reviewed by 3 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Scartozzi, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Society of Retina Specialists
Member
2008
New England Ophthalmological Society
Member
2011
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
2008
Research to Prevent Blindness
Ophthalmological Associate Member
2010
Connecticut Society of Eye Physicians
Member
2009
Phi Beta Kappa
Member
1997
American College of Surgeons
Fellow
2010
Awards
Valedictorian
SUNY at Stony Brook
Publications
Postoperative endophthalmitis caused by Candida parapsilosis
Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging , January 2011
Evaluation of the United States public health service guidelines
Am J Ophthalmol , January 2011
Association of host genetic factors with the course of cytomegalovirus retinitis
Am J Ophthalmol , January 2011
Excess mortality in patients with AIDS in the era of highly active antiretroviral therapy
Clin Infect Dis , January 2010
Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment after a lower extremity dog bite: a case report.
Cases J, January 2008
Use of adjuncts in surgery and novel surgical approaches.
Informa Healthcare, New York, January 2008
Bilateral improvement of persistent diffuse diabetic macular oedema
Eye, January 2008
Asymptomatic patients with increased arm-retina circulation time
Retina Today, January 2007
Intraoperative sclerotomy-related retinal breaks for macular surgery
Am J Ophthalmol , January 2007
Familial drusen of the optic nerve head associated with choroidal neovascular membranes.
Ann Ophthalmol , January 2005
Survey of 1264 patients with orbital tumors and simulating lesions
Ophthalmology, January 2004
Primary epithelial malignancies of the lacrimal gland: The 2003 Ramon L. Font Lecture.
Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg , January 2004
O-glycosylation of nuclear and cytoplasmic proteins: regulation analogous to phosphorylation?
Biochem Biophys Res Commun , January 1997
What is Dr. Scartozzi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scartozzi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487688826.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scartozzi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scartozzi
What is Dr. Richard Scartozzi's specialty?
Dr. Scartozzi is a Retina Specialist near Prospect, CT. 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. Scartozzi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Scartozzi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scartozzi is affiliated with Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Richard Scartozzi accepting new patients in Prospect, CT?
Yes, Dr. Richard Scartozzi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Scartozzi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scartozzi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Scartozzi?
Please contact Dr. Scartozzi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Scartozzi have?
Dr. Richard Scartozzi is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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