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Dr. Tara Guretzky, MD

Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Fulton, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guretzky, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Fulton, MD?

    Dr. Tara Guretzky, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Fulton, MD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Guretzky is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guretzky’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guretzky’s office at (301) 330-1366.

    What languages does Dr. Guretzky speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Guretzky typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Guretzky 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. Guretzky. 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:

    • Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Alternating Walleye
    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Intermittent alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
    • Occasional alternating inward eye turn
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • Alternating exotropia
    • Eyes take turns turning out
    • Intermittent exotropia
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H5015: Alternating exotropia
    • H5005: Alternating esotropia

    Also known as:

    • Lazy Eye
    • Amblyopia
    • Deprivation Amblyopia
    • Vision Loss from Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53013: Deprivation amblyopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Retinopathy of Prematurity
    • Premature Babies
    • Retinal Disorder
    • ROP
    • Premature Retinopathy
    • Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
    • Retinal disease in premature babies
    • Premature baby eye condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
    • H35123: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 1, bilateral

    What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Guretzky typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Guretzky 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. Guretzky. 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:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment
    • Strabismus Correction Surgery
    • Crossed Eyes Surgery
    • Wall Eyes Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
    • 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Balloon Dilation
    • Nasolacrimal Duct Dilation
    • Blocked Tear Duct Ballooning
    • Tear Duct Probing with Balloon

    CPT Codes:

    • 68816: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with transluminal balloon catheter dilation

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion Removal (Under General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Chalazion Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67808: Excision of chalazion; under general anesthesia and/or requiring hospitalization, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Guretzky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guretzky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 330-1366 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guretzky accept in Fulton, MD?

    Dr. Guretzky in Fulton, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Guretzky's office located?

    Dr. Tara Guretzky's Primary Practice

    7625 Maple Lawn Blvd Ste 200

    Fulton, MD 20759

    (301) 330-1366

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    Dr. Tara Guretzky's Practice 2

    15235 Shady Grove Rd Ste 101

    Rockville, MD 20850

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

    Dr. Guretzky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659488294.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guretzky?

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

    What is Dr. Tara Guretzky's specialty?

    Dr. Guretzky is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Fulton, MD.

    What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?

    An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions.

    Is Dr. Tara Guretzky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guretzky is affiliated with University Hospital - Mu Health Care 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 Dr. Tara Guretzky accepting new patients in Fulton, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Tara Guretzky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tara Guretzky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guretzky's office at (301) 330-1366 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tara Guretzky?

    Please contact Dr. Guretzky's office at (301) 330-1366 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Guretzky's office located?

    Dr. Guretzky's offices are located in Fulton, MD and Rockville, MD.