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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hedges, Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Thomas Hedges, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Hedges is fluent in English, Chinese, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hedges’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hedges’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hedges?
Dr. Thomas Hedges, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hedges empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neuro-Ophthalmology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Hedges is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Hedges board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Hedges, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Hedges speak?
Dr. Hedges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hedges treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Hedges 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. Hedges. 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:
- Optic Atrophy
- Swelling of the Optic Disc from Increased Brain Pressure
- Pseudopapilledema
- Optic Nerve Inflammation
- Optic Nerve Damage from Lack of Blood Flow
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Papilledema with intracranial pressure
- Optic disc edema from high ICP
- Swollen optic nerve due to brain pressure
- Pseudo-swollen optic disc
- Optic disc elevation
- Congenital optic disc anomaly
- Optic Neuritis
- Swollen Optic Nerve
- Inflamed Optic Nerve
- Eye Stroke
- AION
- Optic Nerve Infarction
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
- Optic Nerve Stroke
- Lack of Blood Flow to Optic Nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H4711: Papilledema associated with increased intracranial pressure
- H47333: Pseudopapilledema of optic disc, bilateral
- H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
- H47013: Ischemic optic neuropathy, bilateral
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
- H47012: Ischemic optic neuropathy, left eye
- H47011: Ischemic optic neuropathy, right eye
Also known as:
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Double Vision
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
- H532: Diplopia
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- G245: Blepharospasm
Also known as:
- Visual Field Defects
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Blind spots in vision
- Peripheral vision loss
- Vision field problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5340: Unspecified visual field defects
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Left Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Left Facial Twitch
- Left Facial Muscle Spasm
- Left Side Facial Tic
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left
Also known as:
- Esotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Inward Turning Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
Also known as:
- Abducens Nerve Palsy
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Sixth Cranial Nerve Palsy
- Abducens Nerve Paralysis
- CN VI Palsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4922: Sixth [abducent] nerve palsy, left eye
Does Dr. Hedges accept my insurance?
Dr. Hedges 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. Hedges accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Hedges in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Martin's Point
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hedges' office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
What is Dr. Hedges's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hedges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922063296.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hedges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hedges
What is Dr. Thomas Hedges's specialty?
Dr. Hedges is a Specialist near Boston, MA. Contact Dr. Hedges to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Hedges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hedges is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Thomas Hedges accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Hedges is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Hedges offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hedges's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Hedges?
Please contact Dr. Hedges's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Hedges have?
Dr. Thomas Hedges is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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800 Washington St # 1013
Boston, MA 02111