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Dr. Timothy Murtha, MD

Ophthalmologist

Boston, MA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Murtha, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Timothy Murtha, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Murtha graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Murtha is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murtha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murtha’s office at (617) 732-2552.

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

    • Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Drexel University College of Medicine/Hahnemann University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj | Rutgers

    Is Dr. Murtha board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Murtha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Murtha speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Murtha typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Murtha 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. Murtha. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Murtha typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Murtha 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. Murtha. 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:

    • 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. Murtha accept my insurance?

    Dr. Murtha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-2552 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Murtha accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Murtha 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EyeMed

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

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    Where is Dr. Murtha's office located?

    Joslin Diabetes Ctr

    1 Joslin Pl

    Boston, MA 02215

    (617) 732-2552

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    Dr. Timothy Murtha's Practice 2

    330 Brookline Ave

    Boston, MA 02215

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

    Dr. Murtha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891753760.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murtha?

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

    What is Dr. Timothy Murtha's specialty?

    Dr. Murtha is an Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Timothy Murtha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Murtha is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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. Timothy Murtha accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Murtha is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Murtha offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Murtha's office at (617) 732-2552 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy Murtha?

    Please contact Dr. Murtha's office at (617) 732-2552 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Murtha's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Murtha have?

    Dr. Timothy Murtha is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.