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Dr. Melissa Suggs, MD
Hawthorne, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Suggs, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Hawthorne, NY?
Dr. Melissa Suggs, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Hawthorne, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Suggs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Suggs’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Suggs’s office at (303) 436-4949.
What languages does Dr. Suggs speak?
Dr. Suggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Suggs typically treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Suggs 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. Suggs. 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:
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
Also known as:
- Other Uncommon Newborn Problems
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Specific Perinatal Conditions
- Rare Newborn Health Issues
- Other Birth-Related Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- P9689: Other specified conditions originating in the perinatal period
Also known as:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
Also known as:
- Cellulitis Around the Eye
- Cellulitis
- Eye Infection
- Eye Area Cellulitis
- Bacterial Eye Infection
- Periorbital Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03213: Periorbital cellulitis
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Suggs typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Suggs may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
Please contact Dr. Suggs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Suggs accept my insurance?
Dr. Suggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 436-4949 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Suggs accept in Hawthorne, NY?
Dr. Suggs in Hawthorne, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Suggs' office located?
Dr. Melissa Suggs' Primary Practice
40 Saw Mill River Rd Ste UL7
Hawthorne, NY 10532
(303) 436-4949
What is Dr. Suggs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Suggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427672294.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Suggs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Suggs
What is Dr. Melissa Suggs's specialty?
Dr. Suggs is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Hawthorne, NY.
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. Melissa Suggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Suggs is affiliated with Westchester Medical Center, Uchealth University Of Colorado 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 Melissa Suggs accepting new patients in Hawthorne, NY?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Suggs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Suggs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Suggs's office at (303) 436-4949 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Suggs?
Please contact Dr. Suggs's office at (303) 436-4949 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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