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Dr. John Engel, MD
East Brunswick, NJ
33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Engel, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in East Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. John Engel, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in East Brunswick, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Engel graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Interfaith Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Engel is fluent in English, French, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Engel’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Engel’s office at (215) 928-3197.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Engel?
Dr. John Engel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Engel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the East Brunswick, NJ community, Dr. Engel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Engel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Interfaith Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Evanston Hospital | Abbott-Northwestern Hospital Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Engel board certified as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Engel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Engel speak?
Dr. Engel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Engel typically treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Engel 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. Engel. 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 Exotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Intermittent Walleye
- Walleye
- Intermittent Monocular Esotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Esotropia
- Intermittent exotropia
- Occasional outward eye turn
- Eyes turn out sometimes
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Intermittent One Eye Turned In
- Intermittent Monocular Convergent Strabismus
- Temporary Crossed Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H50332: Intermittent monocular exotropia, left eye
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H50312: Intermittent monocular esotropia, left eye
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Amblyopia
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
- H53049: Amblyopia suspect, unspecified eye
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Engel typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Engel 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. Engel. 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)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Adjustable Suture Placement for Eye Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery with Adjustable Sutures
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Squint Correction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67335: Placement of adjustable suture(s) during strabismus surgery, including postoperative adjustment(s) of suture(s) (List separately in addition to code for specific strabismus surgery)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Does Dr. Engel accept my insurance?
Dr. Engel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 928-3197 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Engel accept in East Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Engel in East Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Engel's office located?
What is Dr. Engel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Engel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104806553.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Engel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Engel
What is Dr. John Engel's specialty?
Dr. Engel is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near East Brunswick, NJ.
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 this Dr. John Engel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Engel is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick, Saint Peter's University 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 John Engel accepting new patients in East Brunswick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. John Engel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Engel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Engel's office at (215) 928-3197 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Engel?
Please contact Dr. Engel's office at (215) 928-3197 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Engel have?
Dr. John Engel is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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