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Who is Dr. Crane, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in South Orange, NJ?
Dr. Elliot Crane, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in South Orange, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Crane is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crane’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crane’s office at (973) 763-2203.
What languages does Dr. Crane speak?
Dr. Crane and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Crane typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Crane 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. Crane. 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:
- 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:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
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:
- 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 a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Crane typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Crane 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. Crane. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Conjunctival Lesion
- Conjunctival Excision
- Eye Lesion Removal
- Pterygium Excision
CPT Codes:
- 68115: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; over 1 cm
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:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
Does Dr. Crane accept my insurance?
Dr. Crane accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 763-2203 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crane accept in South Orange, NJ?
Dr. Crane in South Orange, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Crane's office located?
What is Dr. Crane's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Crane's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710411566.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crane?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crane
What is Dr. Elliot Crane's specialty?
Dr. Crane is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near South Orange, NJ.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods.
Is this Dr. Elliot Crane affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Crane is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Hospital - Newark. 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
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Is Elliot Crane accepting new patients in South Orange, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Elliot Crane is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elliot Crane offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Crane's office at (973) 763-2203 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elliot Crane?
Please contact Dr. Crane's office at (973) 763-2203 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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