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Who is Dr. Lema, Retina Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Gareth Lema, MD, PHD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Lema is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lema’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lema’s office at (716) 881-7900.
What languages does Dr. Lema speak?
Dr. Lema and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Lema typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Lema 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. Lema. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Lema typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Lema 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. Lema. 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)
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Retinal Detachment Repair (Laser)
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Laser Retinal Repair
- Photocoagulation for Retina
- Detached Retina 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
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 67105: Repair of retinal detachment, including drainage of subretinal fluid when performed; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
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:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Does Dr. Lema accept my insurance?
Dr. Lema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 881-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lema accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Lema in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lema's office located?
Opthalmology Department Of Mount Sinai
5 E 98th St Fl 7
New York, NY 10029
(716) 881-7900
What hospitals are Dr. Lema affiliated with?
Dr. Lema has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Buffalo VA Medical Center,Buffalo, NY
Buffalo VA Medical Center,Buffalo, NY
What is Dr. Lema's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982802476.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lema?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lema
What is Dr. Gareth Lema's specialty?
Dr. Lema is a Retina Specialist near New York, NY.
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. Gareth Lema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Lema is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Buffalo VA Medical Center. 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 Dr. Gareth Lema accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Gareth Lema is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gareth Lema offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lema's office at (716) 881-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gareth Lema?
Please contact Dr. Lema's office at (716) 881-7900 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Lema's office located?
Dr. Lema's office is located in New York, NY.
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Opthalmology Department Of Mount Sinai
5 E 98th St Fl 7
New York, NY 10029