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    Who is Dr. Shomer, Ophthalmologist in Upland, CA?

    Dr. Marc Shomer, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Upland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shomer graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Shomer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shomer’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shomer’s office at (909) 981-9800.

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

    • Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of California

    Is Dr. Shomer board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Marc Shomer, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Shomer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shomer treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Shomer 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. Shomer. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage

    What procedures does Dr. Shomer perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Shomer 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. Shomer. 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:

    • 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

    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:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)

    Also known as:

    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Glaucoma Canal Dilation
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
    • Canaloplasty
    • Aqueous Outflow Dilation
    • Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
    • Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 65820: Goniotomy
    • 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent

    Also known as:

    • Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Advanced Cataract Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with IOL
    • Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Eye Surface Reconstruction with Amniotic Membrane
    • Amniotic Membrane Transplant (Eye)
    • Ocular Surface Repair
    • Cornea Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 65780: Ocular surface reconstruction; amniotic membrane transplantation, multiple layers

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Plug Insertion
    • Punctal Plug Insertion
    • Lacrimal Punctum Closure
    • Dry Eye Plugs

    CPT Codes:

    • 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each

    Also known as:

    • Deep Abscess Drainage (Neck or Chest)
    • Deep Shoulder Abscess Drainage
    • Neck Abscess Incision and Drainage
    • Chest Hematoma Drainage
    • Deep Infection Drainage
    • Shoulder Hematoma Drainage
    • Deep Shoulder Infection Drainage
    • Shoulder Incision and Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 21501: Incision and drainage, deep abscess or hematoma, soft tissues of neck or thorax;
    • 23030: Incision and drainage, shoulder area; deep abscess or hematoma

    Also known as:

    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Test
    • Oximeter Reading
    • Blood Oxygen Level Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination

    Also known as:

    • Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Droopy Eyelid Surgery
    • Upper Eyelid Reduction
    • Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid

    Does Dr. Shomer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shomer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 981-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shomer accept in Upland, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shomer's office located?

    Dr. Marc Shomer's Primary Practice

    820 N Mountain Ave Ste 102

    Upland, CA 91786

    (909) 981-9800

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    Dr. Marc Shomer's Practice 2

    974 W Foothill Blvd

    Upland, CA 91786

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    Dr. Marc Shomer's Practice 3

    32341 Coast Hwy

    Laguna Beach, CA 92651

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 3 reviews

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    Office Experience

    93% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Wait Times

    80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Marc Shomer an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Shomer has been rated and reviewed by 3 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Shomer, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Shomer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457457483.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shomer?

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

    What is Dr. Marc Shomer's specialty?

    Dr. Shomer is a Ophthalmologist near Upland, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Shomer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Marc Shomer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shomer is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (Pasadena, CA), Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Adventist Health Glendale, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, San Antonio Regional Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Ophthalmologist?

    Explore Ophthalmologist 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 Marc Shomer accepting new patients in Upland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Marc Shomer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marc Shomer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shomer's office at (909) 981-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Marc Shomer?

    Please contact Dr. Shomer's office at (909) 981-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Marc Shomer have?

    Dr. Marc Shomer is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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