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Dr. Theodore Gancayco, MD

Washington, DC

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gancayco, Ophthalmologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Theodore Gancayco, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Gancayco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gancayco’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gancayco’s office at (202) 529-5200.

    What languages does Dr. Gancayco speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gancayco treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Gancayco 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. Gancayco. 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:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Low-Tension Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Normal-Tension Glaucoma
    • NTG
    • Normal Pressure Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
    • H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
    • H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
    • H401231: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    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
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Neurological Disorder
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Nervous System Diseases
    • Brain Disorders
    • Spinal Cord Conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8669: Personal history of other diseases of the nervous system and sense organs

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage

    Does Dr. Gancayco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gancayco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 529-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gancayco accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Gancayco in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Avesis

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Johns Hopkins

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gancayco's office located?

    Dr. Theodore Gancayco's Primary Practice

    1160 Varnum St NE Ste 11

    Washington, DC 20017

    (202) 529-5200

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    Dr. Theodore Gancayco's Practice 2

    2002 Medical Pkwy

    Annapolis, MD 21401

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    Dr. Theodore Gancayco's Practice 3

    6231 N Charles St

    Baltimore, MD 21212

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

    Dr. Gancayco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932217262.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gancayco?

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

    What is Dr. Theodore Gancayco's specialty?

    Dr. Gancayco is a Ophthalmologist near Washington, DC. 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. Contact Dr. Gancayco to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Theodore Gancayco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gancayco is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Theodore Gancayco accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Theodore Gancayco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Theodore Gancayco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gancayco's office at (202) 529-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Theodore Gancayco?

    Please contact Dr. Gancayco's office at (202) 529-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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