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Dr. Brendan Girschek, MD

Flagstaff, AZ

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Girschek, Ophthalmologist in Flagstaff, AZ?

    Dr. Brendan Girschek, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Flagstaff, AZ. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Girschek graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Lsu Sch Med, New Orleans. Dr. Girschek is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Girschek’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Girschek’s office.

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

    • Residency: Lsu Sch Med, New Orleans | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: Saba University / School of Medicine | McGill University Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Girschek board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Brendan Girschek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Girschek speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Girschek typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Girschek 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. Girschek. 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 here.

    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
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113553: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy, bilateral
    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Eye surgery aftercare
    • Ear surgery aftercare
    • Sensory organ recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Girschek typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Girschek 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. Girschek. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Eye Injection
    • Eye Injection (Suprachoroidal Space)
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection
    • Suprachoroidal Drug Injection
    • Choroidal Space Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
    • 67516: Suprachoroidal space injection of pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    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:

    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina

    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

    Also known as:

    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Girschek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Girschek 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. Girschek accept in Flagstaff, AZ?

    Dr. Girschek in Flagstaff, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • State of Arizona

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of Utah

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    Where is Dr. Girschek's office located?

    Dr. Brendan Girschek's Primary Practice

    350 N Switzer Canyon Dr

    Flagstaff, AZ 86001

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

    Dr. Girschek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194915710.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Girschek?

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

    What is Dr. Brendan Girschek's specialty?

    Dr. Girschek is a Ophthalmologist near Flagstaff, AZ.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

    Is this Dr. Brendan Girschek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Girschek is affiliated with Flagstaff Medical Center, Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center, Verde Valley Medical Center, Baptist Health Richmond 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 Brendan Girschek accepting new patients in Flagstaff, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Brendan Girschek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brendan Girschek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Girschek's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brendan Girschek?

    Please contact Dr. Girschek's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brendan Girschek have?

    Dr. Brendan Girschek is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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