Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perl, Ophthalmologist in Fairfield, NJ?
Dr. Theodore Perl, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Fairfield, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Perl completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Perl is fluent in English, Hebrew, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perl’s office at (973) 439-3937.
Where did Dr. Perl go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California, San Diego, CA | UC San Diego/Shiley Eye Center, Cornea/External Disease
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery
Is Dr. Perl board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Theodore Perl, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Perl speak?
Dr. Perl and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Perl treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Perl 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. Perl. 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:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Cone-shaped Cornea
- Corneal Thinning Disorder
- Bulging Cornea
- Conical cornea
- KC
- Corneal thinning disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18613: Keratoconus, stable, bilateral
- H18623: Keratoconus, unstable, bilateral
- H18622: Keratoconus, unstable, left eye
- H18603: Keratoconus, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Granular Corneal Dystrophy
- Endothelial corneal dystrophy
- Epithelial Corneal Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
- Corneal Granules
- Avellino Dystrophy
- Corneal Deposits
- Fuchs' dystrophy
- Fuchs endothelial dystrophy
- Corneal endothelial disease
- Juvenile Corneal Dystrophy', 'Anterior Corneal Dystrophy', 'Meesmann's Corneal Dystrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
- H18512: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, left eye
- H18533: Granular corneal dystrophy, bilateral
- H18511: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, right eye
- H18523: Epithelial (juvenile) corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
Also known as:
- Corneal Swelling
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Swollen Cornea
- Corneal Edema
- Fluid in Cornea
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1820: Unspecified corneal edema
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H179: Unspecified corneal scar and opacity
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Herpes Eye Infection
- Herpes Simplex
- Herpes Keratitis
- Ocular Herpes
- Corneal Herpes
ICD-10 Codes:
- B0052: Herpesviral keratitis
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
What procedures does Dr. Perl perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Perl 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. Perl. 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:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Penetrating Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
- Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
- PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
- Cornea Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
- 65730: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (except in aphakia or pseudophakia)
Also known as:
- Corneal Lesion Removal (Keratectomy)
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Corneal Excision
- Lamellar Keratectomy
- Partial Cornea Removal
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65400: Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
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:
- Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye (No Stitches)
- Ocular surface repair with amniotic membrane
- Eye membrane graft
- Sutureless amniotic membrane transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65778: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures
Does Dr. Perl accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Perl's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Perl's office located?
Dr. Theodore Perl's Primary Practice
100 Passaic Ave Ste 200
Fairfield, NJ 07004
(973) 439-3937
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Perl's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598710378.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perl?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perl
What is Dr. Theodore Perl's specialty?
Dr. Perl is a Ophthalmologist near Fairfield, NJ. 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. Perl to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Theodore Perl affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perl is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center 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
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Is Theodore Perl accepting new patients in Fairfield, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Theodore Perl is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Theodore Perl offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perl's office at (973) 439-3937 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Theodore Perl?
Please contact Dr. Perl's office at (973) 439-3937 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Theodore Perl have?
Dr. Theodore Perl is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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