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Dr. Caroline Baumal, MD
Wellesley, MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baumal, Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist in Wellesley, MA?
Dr. Caroline Baumal, MD is an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Wellesley, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Baumal graduated from University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine and completed her residency at University Toronto/Wellesley Hosp/Toronto Hospital. Dr. Baumal is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baumal’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baumal’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Baumal?
Dr. Caroline Baumal, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease 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. Baumal empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Macular Holes and Puckers, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Retinal Detachment, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Wellesley, MA community, Dr. Baumal is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Baumal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Toronto/Wellesley Hosp/Toronto Hospital
Medical School: University of Toronto, Fac of Med, Toronto, Ont, Canada | University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Baumal board certified as an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Caroline Baumal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Baumal speak?
Dr. Baumal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist like Dr. Baumal typically treat?
As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Baumal 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. Baumal. 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 Drusen
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Retinal Drusen
- Yellow Spots on Retina
- Age-Related Macular Drusen
- Drusen in Eye
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
What procedures does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist like Dr. Baumal typically perform?
As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Baumal 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. Baumal. 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 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:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
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
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
Does Dr. Baumal accept my insurance?
Dr. Baumal 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. Baumal accept in Wellesley, MA?
Dr. Baumal in Wellesley, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Baumal's office located?
What is Dr. Baumal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baumal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891759106.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baumal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baumal
What is Dr. Caroline Baumal's specialty?
Dr. Baumal is a Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist near Wellesley, MA.
What does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of intraocular inflammation, scleritis, keratitis, and infectious disorders focuses on managing inflammatory conditions affecting the eye, adnexa, and orbit. This specialist utilizes medical and surgical interventions to address these complex ocular issues.
Is this Dr. Caroline Baumal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baumal is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley 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 Caroline Baumal accepting new patients in Wellesley, MA?
Yes, Dr. Caroline Baumal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Caroline Baumal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baumal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Caroline Baumal?
Please contact Dr. Baumal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Caroline Baumal have?
Dr. Caroline Baumal is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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