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Who is Dr. Castellarin, Retina Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Alessandro Castellarin, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Castellarin is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castellarin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castellarin’s office at (805) 963-1648.
Where did Dr. Castellarin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universita Degli Studi Di Verona, Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia
Is Dr. Castellarin board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alessandro Castellarin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Castellarin speak?
Dr. Castellarin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Castellarin typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Castellarin 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. Castellarin. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- 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 Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Castellarin typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Castellarin 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. Castellarin. 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 here.
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:
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy with Laser Treatment
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Eye Vitreous Removal with Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67039: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with focal endolaser photocoagulation
Does Dr. Castellarin accept my insurance?
Dr. Castellarin 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. Castellarin accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Castellarin in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Centene Corporation
Clinicas del Camino Real
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Castellarin's office located?
Dr. Alessandro Castellarin's Primary Practice
525 E Micheltorena St Ste A
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 963-1648
What is Dr. Castellarin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castellarin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689773244.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castellarin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castellarin
What is Dr. Alessandro Castellarin's specialty?
Dr. Castellarin 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. Alessandro Castellarin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castellarin is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, Mercy Hospital Downtown, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Alessandro Castellarin accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alessandro Castellarin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alessandro Castellarin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castellarin's office at (805) 963-1648 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alessandro Castellarin?
Please contact Dr. Castellarin's office at (805) 963-1648 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alessandro Castellarin have?
Dr. Alessandro Castellarin is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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