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Dr. Arthur Tutela, MD

Dr. Arthur Tutela, MD

Ophthalmologist

West Orange, NJ

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tutela, Ophthalmologist in West Orange, NJ?

    Dr. Arthur Tutela, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in West Orange, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Tutela graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Of Medicine/Dentistry. Dr. Tutela is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tutela’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tutela’s office.

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

    • Residency: University Of Medicine/Dentistry

    • Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tutela speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Tutela typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tutela 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. Tutela. 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:

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

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral

    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:

    • Fuchs' Dystrophy
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy
    • Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy
    • Fuchs' Corneal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H524: Presbyopia

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Tutela typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tutela 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. Tutela. 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:

    • 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 Trabeculoplasty
    • Pterygium Removal with Graft
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Pterygium Excision with Autograft
    • Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
    • Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)

    Also known as:

    • Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
    • Retinal photocoagulation
    • Macular edema laser
    • Retina tumor laser treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation

    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. Tutela accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tutela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tutela accept in West Orange, NJ?

    Dr. Tutela in West Orange, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tutela's office located?

    Dr. Arthur Tutela's Primary Practice

    347 Mount Pleasant Ave Ste 101

    West Orange, NJ 07052

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    Dr. Arthur Tutela's Practice 2

    50 Newark Ave Ste 107

    Belleville, NJ 07109

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

    Dr. Tutela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144257155.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tutela?

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

    What is Dr. Arthur Tutela's specialty?

    Dr. Tutela is an Ophthalmologist near West Orange, NJ.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Arthur Tutela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tutela is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas 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 Dr. Arthur Tutela accepting new patients in West Orange, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Arthur Tutela is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arthur Tutela offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tutela's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Arthur Tutela?

    Please contact Dr. Tutela's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tutela's office located?

    Dr. Tutela's offices are located in West Orange, NJ and Belleville, NJ.