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Dr. Tina Cleary

Dr. Tina Cleary

Retina Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Boston, MA

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 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. 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 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 as a 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 a Retina Specialist like Dr. Cleary typically 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. 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
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral

    What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Cleary typically perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Cleary 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Eye Injection
    • Injection into Eye Capsule
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection
    • Tenon's Capsule Injection
    • Periocular Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
    • 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy

    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
    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)

    Also known as:

    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal

    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)

    Does Dr. Cleary accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cleary accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cleary's office located?

    Dr. Tina Cleary's Primary Practice

    50 Staniford St Ste 600

    Boston, MA 02114

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    Dr. Tina Cleary's Practice 2

    282 Route 130

    Sandwich, MA 02563

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of American Society of Retina Specialists

    • Fellow of American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Awards

    • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, Gamma

    • Chapters, 1999

    • Southwestern Medical Foundation Scholarship Award

    • 1996-2000

    • Texas A&M President's Endowed Scholarship 1992-96

    • National Merit Scholar, 1992

    What is Dr. Cleary's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Retina Specialist do?

    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.

    Is 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

    When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Retina Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Tina Cleary?

    Please contact Dr. Cleary's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cleary's office located?

    Dr. Cleary's offices are located in Boston, MA and Sandwich, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tina Cleary have?

    Dr. Tina Cleary is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.