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 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
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?
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.
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 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
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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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