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Dr. Marc Safran, MD

Liverpool, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Safran, Ophthalmologist in Liverpool, NY?

    Dr. Marc Safran, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Liverpool, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Safran graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mc Gaw Mc/Northwestern Univ, Ophthalmology; Univ Il Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Louis A Weiss Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Safran is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safran’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safran’s office at (315) 622-1234.

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

    • Residency: Mc Gaw Mc/Northwestern Univ, Ophthalmology; Univ Il Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Louis A Weiss Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | MC GAW MEDICAL CENTER NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Safran board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Marc Safran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Safran speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Safran treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Safran 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. Safran. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Posterior Subcapsular Polar Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO
    • Back Lens Capsule Cataract
    • Posterior Polar Cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
    • H25041: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25042: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Preglaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Esotropia
    • Walleye
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Crossed Eyes
    • Convergent Strabismus
    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Exotropia
    • Divergent strabismus
    • Outward turning eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5000: Unspecified esotropia
    • H5010: Unspecified exotropia

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Suspected Exposure to Other Biological Agents Ruled Out
    • Other biohazard exposure cleared
    • No other biological agent exposure found
    • Other bioweapon exposure ruled out

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z03818: Encounter for observation for suspected exposure to other biological agents ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Double Vision
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Diplopia
    • Seeing double
    • Ghosting vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H532: Diplopia

    Also known as:

    • Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related macular degeneration
    • Age-Related Macular Degeneration
    • AMD
    • Macular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration

    What procedures does Dr. Safran perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Safran 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. Safran. 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:

    • 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:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)

    Also known as:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
    • Complex Strabismus Surgery
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment
    • Ocular Muscle Surgery
    • Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
    • Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
    • Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Strabismus Correction Surgery
    • Crossed Eyes Surgery
    • Wall Eyes Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
    • 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
    • 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)

    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

    Does Dr. Safran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Safran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 622-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Safran accept in Liverpool, NY?

    Dr. Safran in Liverpool, 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)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Safran's office located?

    Dr. Marc Safran's Primary Practice

    8340 Oswego Rd

    Liverpool, NY 13090

    (315) 622-1234

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

    Dr. Safran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740388602.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safran?

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

    What is Dr. Marc Safran's specialty?

    Dr. Safran is a Ophthalmologist near Liverpool, 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. Safran to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Marc Safran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Safran is affiliated with St. Joseph's Health Hospital - Syracuse, NY 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 Marc Safran accepting new patients in Liverpool, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Marc Safran is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marc Safran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Safran's office at (315) 622-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Marc Safran?

    Please contact Dr. Safran's office at (315) 622-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Marc Safran have?

    Dr. Marc Safran is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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