28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pieramici, Retina Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Dante Pieramici, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Pieramici graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Ophthalmology; Evanston Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Pieramici is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pieramici’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pieramici’s office at (805) 963-1648.
Where did Dr. Pieramici go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Ophthalmology; Evanston Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Evanston Hospital | Johns Hopkins University / School of Medicine
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Pieramici board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Dante Pieramici, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Pieramici speak?
Dr. Pieramici and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Pieramici typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Pieramici 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. Pieramici. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- 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
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Pieramici typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Pieramici 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. Pieramici. 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:
- 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 Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Eye Fluid Removal
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
- Anterior Chamber Paracentesis
- Aqueous Humor Removal
- Eye Pressure Relief Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
- 65800: Paracentesis of anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); with removal of aqueous
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
Does Dr. Pieramici accept my insurance?
Dr. Pieramici 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. Pieramici accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Pieramici in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Clinicas del Camino Real
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pieramici's office located?
Dr. Dante Pieramici's Primary Practice
525 E Micheltorena St Ste A
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 963-1648
What is Dr. Pieramici's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pieramici's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992804504.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pieramici?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pieramici
What is Dr. Dante Pieramici's specialty?
Dr. Pieramici is a Retina Specialist near Santa Barbara, CA.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Dante Pieramici affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pieramici 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
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Is Dante Pieramici accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dante Pieramici is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dante Pieramici offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pieramici's office at (805) 963-1648 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dante Pieramici?
Please contact Dr. Pieramici's office at (805) 963-1648 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dante Pieramici have?
Dr. Dante Pieramici is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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