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Dr. Susan Connolly, MD

Dr. Susan Connolly, MD

Ophthalmologist

Palo Alto, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Connolly, Ophthalmologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Susan Connolly, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Connolly graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Ca Pacific M C Pacific, Internal Medicine. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Connolly is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Connolly’s office at (650) 321-4121.

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

    • Fellowship: Research Fellowship in Retinal Degeneration

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Ca Pacific M C Pacific, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Connolly board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Connolly, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Connolly speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Connolly 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. Connolly. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, 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:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Drusen
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Nonexudative AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Retinal Drusen
    • Yellow Spots on Retina
    • Age-Related Macular Drusen
    • Drusen in Eye
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353130: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, stage unspecified
    • H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Dry Eye Disease
    • Chronic Dry Eye
    • Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
    • Sjogren's Syndrome
    • Sjögren syndrome
    • Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
    • Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's
    • Sjogren's Affecting Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Susan Connolly may include:

    Please contact Dr. Connolly's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Connolly accept my insurance?

    Dr. Connolly accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 321-4121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Connolly accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Connolly in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Connolly's office located?

    Dr. Susan Connolly's Primary Practice

    795 El Camino Real

    Palo Alto, CA 94301

    (650) 321-4121

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    Dr. Susan Connolly's Practice 2

    123 S San Mateo Dr

    San Mateo, CA 94401

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    Dr. Susan Connolly's Practice 3

    301 Industrial Rd

    San Carlos, CA 94070

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Fellow of American Academy of Ophthalmology

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

    Dr. Connolly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861501900.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Connolly?

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

    What is Dr. Susan Connolly's specialty?

    Dr. Connolly is an Ophthalmologist near Palo Alto, CA.

    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. Susan Connolly affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Connolly is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Ophthalmologist. Explore 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 Dr. Susan Connolly accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Connolly is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Susan Connolly offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Connolly's office at (650) 321-4121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Susan Connolly?

    Please contact Dr. Connolly's office at (650) 321-4121 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Connolly's office located?

    Dr. Connolly's offices are located in Palo Alto, CA, San Mateo, CA, and San Carlos, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Connolly have?

    Dr. Susan Connolly is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.