Dr. Richard Levy, MD
New York, NY
21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Levy, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Richard Levy, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Levy completed his residency at Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Levy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Levy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Levy’s office.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Levy?
Dr. Richard Levy, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Levy empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus-Adult & Pediatric, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Levy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Levy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
What languages does Dr. Levy speak?
Dr. Levy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Levy typically treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Levy 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. Levy. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Vertical Strabismus
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Intermittent alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
- Occasional alternating inward eye turn
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
- Vertical strabismus
- One eye higher than the other
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
- H5022: Vertical strabismus, left eye
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Amblyopia
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Levy typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Levy 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. Levy. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Eye Muscle Transposition Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Paretic Extraocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67320: Transposition procedure (eg, for paretic extraocular muscle), any extraocular muscle (specify) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Levy accept my insurance?
Dr. Levy 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. Levy accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Levy in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Levy's office located?
Israel Englander Department of Ophthalmology
36 Worth Street
New York, NY 10013
What is Dr. Levy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Levy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679663660.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Levy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Levy
What is Dr. Richard Levy's specialty?
Dr. Levy is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near New York, NY.
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Richard Levy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Levy is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell 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
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Is Richard Levy accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Levy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Levy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Levy's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Levy?
Please contact Dr. Levy's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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