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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Covert, Retina Specialist in Traverse City, MI?
Dr. Douglas Covert, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Traverse City, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Covert graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed his residency at Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Covert is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Covert’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Covert’s office at (231) 938-0710.
Where did Dr. Covert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Medical College of Wisconsin
Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin
Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. Covert board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Covert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Covert speak?
Dr. Covert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Covert treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Covert 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. Covert. 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
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Nonexudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353122: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
What procedures does Dr. Covert perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Covert 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. Covert. 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
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
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
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
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
Does Dr. Covert accept my insurance?
Dr. Covert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (231) 938-0710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Covert accept in Traverse City, MI?
Dr. Covert in Traverse City, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
ConnectiveRx
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Upper Peninsula Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Covert's office located?
Dr. Douglas Covert's Primary Practice
860 E Front St
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 938-0710
What is Dr. Covert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Covert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194897017.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Covert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Covert
What is Dr. Douglas Covert's specialty?
Dr. Covert is a Retina Specialist near Traverse City, MI. 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. Covert to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Covert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Covert is affiliated with Munson Medical Center, Charlevoix Hospital, McLaren Northern Michigan 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 Retina Specialist?
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Is Douglas Covert accepting new patients in Traverse City, MI?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Covert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Covert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Covert's office at (231) 938-0710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Covert?
Please contact Dr. Covert's office at (231) 938-0710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Covert have?
Dr. Douglas Covert is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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