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Dr. Robert Weisenthal, MD

Dr. Robert Weisenthal, MD

East Syracuse, NY

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Weisenthal, Ophthalmologist in East Syracuse, NY?

    Dr. Robert Weisenthal, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in East Syracuse, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Weisenthal completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Other Specialty; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Ophthalmology; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Weisenthal is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weisenthal’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weisenthal’s office at (315) 445-1577.

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

    • Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Other Specialty; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Ophthalmology; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi

    Is Dr. Weisenthal board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Weisenthal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Weisenthal speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Weisenthal treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Weisenthal 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. Weisenthal. 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
    • Cortical Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO
    • Cortical Cataract
    • Outer Lens Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
    • H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral

    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:

    • Fuchs' Dystrophy
    • Endothelial corneal dystrophy
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
    • Fuchs' dystrophy
    • Fuchs endothelial dystrophy
    • Corneal endothelial disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H18512: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, left eye
    • H18511: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, right eye
    • H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Transplant
    • Organ Transplantation
    • Eye Transplant
    • Cornea Graft
    • Keratoplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z947: Corneal transplant status

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    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:

    • Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Corneal Clouding
    • Corneal Haze
    • Corneal Leukoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1789: Other corneal scars and opacities

    Also known as:

    • Other Ocular Prosthetic Device Mechanical Problem
    • Eye implant mechanical issue
    • Artificial eye device complication
    • Ocular graft problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T85398A: Other mechanical complication of other ocular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Pigment Epithelium Dystrophy
    • Retinal Disorder
    • RPE Dystrophy
    • Pigmentary Retinal Dystrophy
    • Inherited RPE Disease
    • Retinal Pigment Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3554: Dystrophies primarily involving the retinal pigment epithelium

    What procedures does Dr. Weisenthal perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Weisenthal 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. Weisenthal. 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
    • Corneal Lesion Removal (Keratectomy)
    • Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
    • Pterygium Removal with Graft
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Corneal Excision
    • Lamellar Keratectomy
    • Partial Cornea Removal
    • Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
    • IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
    • 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)
    • 65400: Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium
    • 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
    • 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Eye Injection (Anterior Chamber)
    • Injection into front of eye
    • Anterior chamber injection
    • Ocular injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 66020: Injection, anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); air or liquid

    Does Dr. Weisenthal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Weisenthal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 445-1577 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Weisenthal accept in East Syracuse, NY?

    Dr. Weisenthal in East Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Weisenthal's office located?

    Dr. Robert Weisenthal's Primary Practice

    5770 Commons Park

    East Syracuse, NY 13057

    (315) 445-1577

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    Dr. Robert Weisenthal's Practice 2

    PO Box

    De Witt, NY 13214

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

    Dr. Weisenthal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508957507.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weisenthal?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Weisenthal's specialty?

    Dr. Weisenthal is a Ophthalmologist near East Syracuse, 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. Weisenthal to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Weisenthal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Weisenthal is affiliated with Upstate University 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 Robert Weisenthal accepting new patients in East Syracuse, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Weisenthal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Weisenthal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Weisenthal's office at (315) 445-1577 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Weisenthal?

    Please contact Dr. Weisenthal's office at (315) 445-1577 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Weisenthal have?

    Dr. Robert Weisenthal is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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