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Dr. Edwin Schottenstein, MD

New York, NY

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schottenstein, Ophthalmologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Edwin Schottenstein, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Schottenstein graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine and completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Riverside Methodist Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Schottenstein is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schottenstein’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schottenstein’s office at (212) 874-2300.

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

    • Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Riverside Methodist Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Riverside Methodist Hospitals (OhioHealth) Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Ohio At Toledo | University of Toledo College of Medicine | The University of Toledo College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Schottenstein board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Edwin Schottenstein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Schottenstein speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Schottenstein treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Schottenstein 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. Schottenstein. 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:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Narrow-Angle Glaucoma
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Optic Nerve Damage
    • Eye Pressure Disorder
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Acute Glaucoma
    • Closed-Angle Glaucoma
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H4089: Other specified glaucoma
    • H40032: Anatomical narrow angle, left eye
    • H40031: Anatomical narrow angle, right eye
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Inflamed eyelids
    • Eyelid margin inflammation
    • Crusty eyelids
    • Eyelid irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01001: Unspecified blepharitis right upper eyelid
    • H01002: Unspecified blepharitis right lower eyelid

    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:

    • Lattice Retinal Degeneration
    • Peripheral Retinal Degeneration
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Lattice Degeneration
    • Retinal Lattice
    • Peripheral Retinal Thinning
    • Retinal Thinning
    • Peripheral Retinal Disease
    • Eye Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
    • H3540: Unspecified peripheral retinal degeneration

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5211: Myopia, right eye
    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    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:

    • Other Vision Problems
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Other visual disturbances
    • Unspecified vision issues
    • Various eye problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H538: Other visual disturbances

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, 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

    Does Dr. Schottenstein accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schottenstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 874-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schottenstein accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Schottenstein in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • MetroPlus

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

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    Where is Dr. Schottenstein's office located?

    Dr. Edwin Schottenstein's Primary Practice

    140 W 71st St

    New York, NY 10023

    (212) 874-2300

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    Dr. Edwin Schottenstein's Practice 2

    218 2nd Ave

    New York, NY 10003

    (212) 979-4192

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    Dr. Edwin Schottenstein's Practice 3

    310 E 14th St

    New York, NY 10003

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

    Dr. Schottenstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992739478.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schottenstein?

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

    What is Dr. Edwin Schottenstein's specialty?

    Dr. Schottenstein is a Ophthalmologist near New York, NY. 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. Schottenstein to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Edwin Schottenstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schottenstein is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel 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 Edwin Schottenstein accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Edwin Schottenstein is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edwin Schottenstein offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schottenstein's office at (212) 874-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Edwin Schottenstein?

    Please contact Dr. Schottenstein's office at (212) 874-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edwin Schottenstein have?

    Dr. Edwin Schottenstein is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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