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Dr. Robert Vallar, MD

Dr. Robert Vallar, MD

Ridgewood, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vallar, Ophthalmologist in Ridgewood, NJ?

    Dr. Robert Vallar, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Ridgewood, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vallar graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Ophthalmology; Nassau Co Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Westchester Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vallar is fluent in English, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vallar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vallar’s office.

    Where did Dr. Vallar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Ophthalmology; Nassau Co Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Westchester Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Vallar board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Vallar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Vallar speak?

    Dr. Vallar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    • Italian

    • Polish

    • Portuguese

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Vallar treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Vallar 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. Vallar. 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:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Lattice Retinal Degeneration
    • Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
    • Retinal Edema
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Lattice Degeneration
    • Retinal Lattice
    • Peripheral Retinal Thinning
    • CSC
    • Central Serous Retinopathy
    • Fluid Under Retina
    • Macular Edema
    • Swelling of the Retina
    • Fluid in Retina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
    • H35711: Central serous chorioretinopathy, right eye
    • H3581: Retinal edema
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Bleeding in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging
    • Eye bleeding
    • Blood in the vitreous
    • Ocular hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
    • H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353222: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353212: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Right Eye)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling
    • Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Right Eye
    • Advanced Retina Damage Right Eye with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Right Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113411: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye

    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

    Also known as:

    • Horseshoe Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Disorder
    • U-shaped Retinal Tear
    • Flap Retinal Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H33312: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, left eye

    What procedures does Dr. Vallar perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Vallar 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. Vallar. 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:

    • 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 for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina

    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

    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)

    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

    Does Dr. Vallar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vallar 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. Vallar accept in Ridgewood, NJ?

    Dr. Vallar in Ridgewood, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Vallar's office located?

    Dr. Robert Vallar's Primary Practice

    1200 E Ridgewood Ave

    Ridgewood, NJ 07450

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    Dr. Robert Vallar's Practice 2

    119 Prospect St Ste 1

    Ridgewood, NJ 07450

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    Dr. Robert Vallar's Practice 3

    600 Pavonia Ave Ste 4

    Jersey City, NJ 07306

    (201) 656-1212

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    What is Dr. Vallar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Vallar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750350609.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vallar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vallar

    What is Dr. Robert Vallar's specialty?

    Dr. Vallar is a Ophthalmologist near Ridgewood, NJ. 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. Contact Dr. Vallar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Vallar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vallar is affiliated with The Valley 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 Robert Vallar accepting new patients in Ridgewood, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Vallar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Vallar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vallar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Vallar?

    Please contact Dr. Vallar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Vallar have?

    Dr. Robert Vallar is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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