Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cleary, Retina Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Tina Cleary is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Cleary graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas. She is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Cleary is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cleary’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cleary’s office.
Where did Dr. Cleary go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Tufts-New England Medical Center (Ophthalmology) | Tufts Medical Center | Tufts Medical Center, Retina/Vitreous Surgery | Tufts Medical Center, Fellow:Ophthalmology
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Cleary board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Tina Cleary is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Cleary speak?
Dr. Cleary and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Cleary treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Cleary 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. Cleary. 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
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- CME
- Macular swelling
- Fluid in the macula
- Macular Swelling
- Retinal Edema
- Fluid in Macula
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
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
- H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye gel sticking to the macula
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- VMA
- Macular adhesion
- Vitreous traction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
- H43823: Vitreomacular adhesion, bilateral
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Which procedures does Dr. Cleary perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tina Cleary 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. Cleary's office.
Does Dr. Cleary accept my insurance?
Dr. Cleary 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. Cleary accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Cleary in Boston, MA 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 Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cleary's office located?
Dr. Tina Cleary's Practice 2
625 Mount Auburn St Ste 100
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 354-3130
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Retina Specialists
Member
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
Awards
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, Gamma
Chapters
Southwestern Medical Foundation Scholarship Award
1996-2000
Texas A&M President's Endowed Scholarship 1992-96
National Merit Scholar
What is Dr. Cleary's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cleary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649243221.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cleary?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cleary
What is Dr. Tina Cleary's specialty?
Dr. Cleary is a Retina Specialist near Boston, MA. 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. Cleary to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tina Cleary affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cleary is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital 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 Tina Cleary accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Tina Cleary is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tina Cleary offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cleary's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tina Cleary?
Please contact Dr. Cleary's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tina Cleary have?
Dr. Tina Cleary is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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