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Dr. Joel Pearlman, MD, PHD

Dr. Joel Pearlman, MD, PHD

Yuba City, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pearlman, Retina Specialist in Yuba City, CA?

    Dr. Joel Pearlman, MD, PHD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Yuba City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Pearlman graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Ophthalmology; Sinai Hosp Of Baltimore, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Pearlman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pearlman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pearlman’s office at (916) 454-6191.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pearlman?

    Dr. Joel Pearlman, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina 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. Pearlman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Macular Degeneration, Retinal Disorders, Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Yuba City/CA community, Dr. Pearlman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Wilmer Eye Inst At Johns Hopkins Hosp, Retina/Vitreous Surgery

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Ophthalmology; Sinai Hosp Of Baltimore, Internal Medicine | Johns Hopkins University School Med | Sinai Hospital of Baltimore | Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals | Sinai Hospital of Baltimore Program

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pearlman board certified as a Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Pearlman, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Pearlman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pearlman treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    What procedures does Dr. Pearlman perform?

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

    • Eye Injection
    • Injection into Eye Capsule
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection
    • Tenon's Capsule Injection
    • Periocular Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
    • 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery

    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
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)

    Also known as:

    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy
    • Retinal photocoagulation
    • Macular edema laser
    • Retina tumor laser treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
    • 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Vitrectomy with Laser Treatment
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Eye Vitreous Removal with Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67039: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with focal endolaser photocoagulation

    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 by Phacoemulsification
    • Phacoemulsification
    • Lens Material Removal
    • Cataract Surgery (Phaco)
    • Ultrasonic Cataract Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 66850: Removal of lens material; phacofragmentation technique (mechanical or ultrasonic) (eg, phacoemulsification), with aspiration

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Exchange
    • IOL Exchange
    • Cataract Lens Replacement (Secondary)
    • Replacement of Eye Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 66986: Exchange of intraocular lens

    Does Dr. Pearlman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pearlman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 454-6191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pearlman accept in Yuba City, CA?

    Dr. Pearlman in Yuba City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pearlman's office located?

    Dr. Joel Pearlman's Primary Practice

    1870 Lassen Blvd Ste B

    Yuba City, CA 95993

    (916) 454-6191

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    Dr. Joel Pearlman's Practice 2

    5775 Greenback Ln

    Sacramento, CA 95841

    (916) 339-3655

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    Dr. Joel Pearlman's Practice 3

    3 Park Center Dr Ste 100

    Sacramento, CA 95825

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Retina Specialists

    Member

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Fellow

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

    Dr. Pearlman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154430460.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pearlman?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Pearlman's specialty?

    Dr. Pearlman is a Retina Specialist near Yuba City, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Pearlman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joel Pearlman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pearlman is affiliated with Mercy 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

    Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?

    Explore Retina Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Joel Pearlman accepting new patients in Yuba City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Pearlman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Pearlman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pearlman's office at (916) 454-6191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joel Pearlman?

    Please contact Dr. Pearlman's office at (916) 454-6191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Pearlman have?

    Dr. Joel Pearlman is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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