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Dr. Yanina Kostina, MD

Waterbury, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kostina, Neuro-ophthalmologist in Waterbury, CT?

    Dr. Yanina Kostina, MD is a Neuro-ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Waterbury, CT with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kostina is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kostina’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kostina’s office at (203) 597-9100.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kostina?

    Dr. Yanina Kostina, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neuro-ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kostina empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neuro-Ophthalmology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Waterbury/CT community, Dr. Kostina is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Kostina speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Kostina treat?

    As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Kostina 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. Kostina. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Double Vision
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Diplopia
    • Seeing double
    • Ghosting vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H532: Diplopia

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Disease
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral

    Does Dr. Kostina accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kostina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 597-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kostina accept in Waterbury, CT?

    Dr. Kostina in Waterbury, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kostina's office located?

    Dr. Yanina Kostina's Primary Practice

    1201 W Main St Ste 100

    Waterbury, CT 06708

    (203) 597-9100

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    Dr. Yanina Kostina's Practice 2

    6 Business Park Dr Ste 102

    Branford, CT 06405

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

    Dr. Kostina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669442687.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kostina?

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

    What is Dr. Yanina Kostina's specialty?

    Dr. Kostina is a Neuro-ophthalmologist near Waterbury, CT. A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist in ophthalmology who evaluates, treats, and studies disorders related to the eye, orbit, and nervous system, particularly concerning the interactions between the visual motor and visual sensory systems and the central nervous system. These specialists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders. Contact Dr. Kostina to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Yanina Kostina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kostina is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital, York Street Campus 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

    Where can I learn more about Neuro-ophthalmologist?

    Explore Neuro-ophthalmologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Yanina Kostina accepting new patients in Waterbury, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Yanina Kostina is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yanina Kostina offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kostina's office at (203) 597-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Yanina Kostina?

    Please contact Dr. Kostina's office at (203) 597-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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