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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Avery, Retina Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Robert Avery, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Avery completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Ophthalmology; Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Avery is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avery’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avery’s office at (805) 963-1648.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Avery?
Dr. Robert Avery, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Avery empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Barbara/CA community, Dr. Avery is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Avery go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Ophthalmology; Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
Is Dr. Avery board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Avery, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Avery speak?
Dr. Avery and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Avery treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Avery 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. Avery. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Moderate Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Moderate Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
- Moderate Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113312: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Eye gel sticking to the macula
- Eye Disease
- VMA
- Macular adhesion
- Vitreous traction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43823: Vitreomacular adhesion, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Avery perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Avery may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Avery's office.
Does Dr. Avery accept my insurance?
Dr. Avery accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 963-1648 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avery accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Avery in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Clinicas del Camino Real
Gold Coast Health Plan
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
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Where is Dr. Avery's office located?
Dr. Robert Avery's Primary Practice
525 E Micheltorena St Ste A
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 963-1648
What is Dr. Avery's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700985496.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avery?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avery
What is Dr. Robert Avery's specialty?
Dr. Avery is a Retina Specialist near Santa Barbara, CA. 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. Avery to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Avery affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Avery is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Robert Avery accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Avery is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Avery offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avery's office at (805) 963-1648 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Avery?
Please contact Dr. Avery's office at (805) 963-1648 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Avery have?
Dr. Robert Avery is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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