18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Adelson, Ophthalmologist in Shelby Township, MI?
Where did Dr. Adelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Philadelphia College Osteopathic Med Program
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
What languages does Dr. Adelson speak?
Dr. Adelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Adelson typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Adelson 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. Adelson. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
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
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Adelson typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Adelson 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. Adelson. 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Drug-Eluting Implant in Tear Duct
- Tear Duct Probing
- Lacrimal Canaliculus Implant
- Tear Duct Drug Implant
- Punctal Implant for Eye Medication
- Lacrimal Duct Probing
- Tear Duct Irrigation
- Unblocking Tear Duct
CPT Codes:
- 68841: Insertion of drug-eluting implant, including punctal dilation when performed, into lacrimal canaliculus, each
- 68840: Probing of lacrimal canaliculi, with or without irrigation
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Eyelid Abscess Drainage
- Blepharotomy for Abscess
- Eyelid Incision and Drainage
- Stye Drainage
- Eyelid Infection Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67700: Blepharotomy, drainage of abscess, eyelid
Also known as:
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Facial Lesion Excision
- Ear Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Lesion Surgery
- Lip Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11440: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
Does Dr. Adelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Adelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 536-2127 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Adelson accept in Shelby Township, MI?
Dr. Adelson in Shelby Township, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ASR Corporation
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Adelson's office located?
Dr. Todd Adelson's Primary Practice
12745 23 Mile Rd Ste 100
Shelby Township, MI 48315
(248) 536-2127
What hospitals are Dr. Adelson affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Adelson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Member of American Osteopathic Association, DO
What is Dr. Adelson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Adelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124088075.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adelson?
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