Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Friedman, Retina Specialist in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Eric Friedman, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Friedman graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed his residency at Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine. Dr. Friedman is fluent in English, Chinese, French, Hebrew, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friedman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friedman’s office.
Where did Dr. Friedman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine
Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Is Dr. Friedman board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Friedman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Friedman speak?
Dr. Friedman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Hebrew
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Friedman treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Friedman 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. Friedman. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Hole
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- CME
- Macular swelling
- Fluid in the macula
- Macular Cyst
- Foveal Hole
- Retinal Hole
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Lattice Retinal Degeneration
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Lattice Degeneration
- Retinal Lattice
- Peripheral Retinal Thinning
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Moderate Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Moderate Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
- Moderate Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113312: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Advanced Eye Damage and Macular Edema
- Type 1 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 1 Proliferative Retinopathy
- Type 1 Diabetic Macular Edema
- Type 1 Diabetes Eye Swelling
- Advanced Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetic Macular Edema Type 1
- Juvenile Diabetes with Eye Swelling
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Eye Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E103511: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E103412: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Long-Term Insulin Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic insulin therapy
- Ongoing insulin treatment
- Insulin for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin
Also known as:
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Which procedures does Dr. Friedman perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Eric Friedman 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Friedman's office.
Does Dr. Friedman accept my insurance?
Dr. Friedman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Friedman accept in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Friedman in New Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Inc.
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
MagnaCare Rx
Martin's Point
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Friedman's office located?
What is Dr. Friedman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538132337.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friedman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Friedman
What is Dr. Eric Friedman's specialty?
Dr. Friedman is a Retina Specialist near New Brunswick, NJ. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Friedman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Friedman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Friedman is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick 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 Retina Specialist?
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Is Eric Friedman accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Eric Friedman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Friedman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Friedman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Friedman?
Please contact Dr. Friedman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Friedman have?
Dr. Eric Friedman is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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