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Dr. Torsten Wiegand, MD

Dr. Torsten Wiegand, MD

Retina Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wiegand, Retina Specialist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Torsten Wiegand, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Wiegand graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Wiegand is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiegand’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiegand’s office.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wiegand?

    Dr. Torsten Wiegand, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wiegand empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Retinal Vascular Diseases, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Wiegand is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Tufts Medical Center, Retina/Vitreous Surgery | Tufts Univ-New England Eye Ctr, Fellow

    • Residency: Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary | Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School Program

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    Is Dr. Wiegand board certified as a Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Torsten Wiegand, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Wiegand speak?

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

    • English
    • German

    What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Wiegand typically treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Wiegand 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. Wiegand. 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:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, 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. Wiegand typically perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Wiegand 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. Wiegand. 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
    • 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 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:

    • 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 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)

    Does Dr. Wiegand accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wiegand 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. Wiegand accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Wiegand 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Fallon Health

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wiegand's office located?

    Dr. Torsten Wiegand's Primary Practice

    50 Staniford St Ste 600

    Boston, MA 02114

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of American Society of Retina Specialists

    • Fellow of American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - All Time

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time

    Awards

    • SNN Teaching Award Elected by Class of '03., 2000

    • 1989-1990: Steenbock Predoctoral Fellowship

    • Fulbright Grant., 1986

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

    Dr. Wiegand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861461402.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiegand?

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

    What is Dr. Torsten Wiegand's specialty?

    Dr. Wiegand 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. Torsten Wiegand affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wiegand 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 Dr. Torsten Wiegand accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Torsten Wiegand is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Torsten Wiegand offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Torsten Wiegand?

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

    Where is Dr. Wiegand's office located?

    Dr. Wiegand's office is located in Boston, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Torsten Wiegand have?

    Dr. Torsten Wiegand is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.