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Who is Dr. Desilets, Ophthalmologist in Bergenfield, NJ?
Dr. Jeffrey Desilets, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Bergenfield, NJ. Dr. Desilets is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desilets’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desilets’s office at (617) 523-7900.
What languages does Dr. Desilets speak?
Dr. Desilets and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Desilets typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Desilets 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. Desilets. 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:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, 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
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Desilets typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Desilets 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. Desilets. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Desilets accept my insurance?
Dr. Desilets accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 523-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desilets accept in Bergenfield, NJ?
Dr. Desilets in Bergenfield, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Oscar Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desilets' office located?
Dr. Jeffrey Desilets' Primary Practice
1 N Washington Ave
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
(617) 523-7900
What is Dr. Desilets's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desilets's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992265029.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desilets?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desilets
What is Dr. Jeffrey Desilets's specialty?
Dr. Desilets is a Ophthalmologist near Bergenfield, NJ.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Desilets affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desilets is affiliated with Englewood 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
When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jeffrey Desilets accepting new patients in Bergenfield, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Desilets is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Desilets offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desilets's office at (617) 523-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Desilets?
Please contact Dr. Desilets's office at (617) 523-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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