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Dr. Mathew Margolis, MD

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Margolis, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Mathew Margolis, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Margolis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Margolis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Margolis’s office at (916) 734-6602.

    What languages does Dr. Margolis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Margolis typically treat?

    As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Margolis 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. Margolis. 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:

    • Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Eye surgery aftercare
    • Ear surgery aftercare
    • Sensory organ recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Keratoconus
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Conical cornea
    • KC
    • Corneal thinning disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H18603: Keratoconus, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Margolis typically perform?

    As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Margolis 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. Margolis. 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:

    • 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:

    • Endothelial Corneal Transplant
    • Penetrating Corneal Transplant
    • Keratoplasty
    • Endothelial keratoplasty
    • Corneal graft
    • Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
    • PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
    • Cornea Replacement Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
    • 65730: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (except in aphakia or pseudophakia)

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Corneal Puncture Procedure
    • Pterygium Removal with Graft
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Anterior Corneal Puncture
    • Corneal Erosion Treatment
    • Eye Surface Puncture
    • Pterygium Excision with Autograft
    • Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
    • Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft

    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)
    • 65600: Multiple punctures of anterior cornea (eg, for corneal erosion, tattoo)
    • 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Plug Insertion
    • Punctal Plug Insertion
    • Lacrimal Punctum Closure
    • Dry Eye Plugs

    CPT Codes:

    • 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each

    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

    Also known as:

    • Cornea Surface Cell Removal with Chelating Agent
    • Corneal debridement with EDTA
    • Removal of corneal surface cells
    • Eye surface treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 65436: Removal of corneal epithelium; with application of chelating agent (eg, EDTA)

    Does Dr. Margolis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Margolis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-6602 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Margolis accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Margolis in Sacramento, 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

    • Bright Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Margolis' office located?

    Dr. Mathew Margolis' Primary Practice

    4860 Y St

    Sacramento, CA 95817

    (916) 734-6602

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    Dr. Mathew Margolis' Practice 2

    2452 Watson Ct

    Palo Alto, CA 94303

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    Dr. Mathew Margolis' Practice 3

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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

    Dr. Margolis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902367899.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Margolis?

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

    What is Dr. Mathew Margolis's specialty?

    Dr. Margolis is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Sacramento, CA.

    What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?

    An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods.

    Is this Dr. Mathew Margolis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Margolis is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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

    When to see a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Mathew Margolis accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mathew Margolis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mathew Margolis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Margolis's office at (916) 734-6602 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mathew Margolis?

    Please contact Dr. Margolis's office at (916) 734-6602 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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