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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bochow, Ophthalmologist in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Thomas Bochow, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Tyler, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bochow graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Ophthalmology; Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Bochow is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bochow’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bochow’s office at (903) 595-0500.
Where did Dr. Bochow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Ophthalmology; Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Methodist Health System Dallas Program
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bochow board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Bochow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Bochow speak?
Dr. Bochow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bochow typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bochow 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. Bochow. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bochow typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bochow 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. Bochow. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Eye Implant Removal
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Anterior Segment Implant Removal
- Ocular Implant Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
- 65920: Removal of implanted material, anterior segment of eye
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Bochow accept my insurance?
Dr. Bochow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 595-0500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bochow accept in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Bochow in Tyler, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bochow's office located?
What is Dr. Bochow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bochow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497726103.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bochow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bochow
What is Dr. Thomas Bochow's specialty?
Dr. Bochow is a Ophthalmologist near Tyler, TX.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Thomas Bochow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bochow is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview 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 Thomas Bochow accepting new patients in Tyler, TX?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Bochow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Bochow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bochow's office at (903) 595-0500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Bochow?
Please contact Dr. Bochow's office at (903) 595-0500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Bochow have?
Dr. Thomas Bochow is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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