Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Recchia, Retina Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Franco Recchia, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Recchia completed his residency at Wills Eye Hosp, Ophthalmology. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Recchia is fluent in English, French, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Recchia’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Recchia’s office at (615) 983-6000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Recchia?
Dr. Franco Recchia, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Recchia empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Disease/Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Disorders-Pediatric, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville/TN community, Dr. Recchia is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Recchia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Univ Pennsylvania, Ophthalmic Research | Beaumont Health System, Retina/Vitreous Surgery
Residency: Wills Eye Hosp, Ophthalmology | Wills Eye Hospital | Wills Eye Institute
Is Dr. Recchia board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Franco Recchia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Recchia speak?
Dr. Recchia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Recchia treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Recchia 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. Recchia. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Hole
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Retinal Hole
- Foveal Hole
- Macular Cyst
- Macular Pseudohole
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, left eye
- H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Lattice Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Lattice Degeneration
- Retinal Lattice
- Peripheral Retinal Thinning
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
Also known as:
- Traction Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
- Retinal Detachment with Single Break
- Pulled Retina Detachment
- Fibrovascular Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy
- Detached retina
- Tractional retinal detachment
- Retina separation
- Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
- Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with One Tear
- Single Break Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3341: Traction detachment of retina, right eye
- H3342: Traction detachment of retina, left eye
- H33022: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, left eye
- H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- 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
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113592: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
Which procedures does Dr. Recchia perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Franco Recchia may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Recchia's office.
Does Dr. Recchia accept my insurance?
Dr. Recchia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 983-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Recchia accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Recchia in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Recchia's office located?
Dr. Franco Recchia's Primary Practice
345 23rd Ave N Ste 350
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 983-6000
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Retina Specialists
Member
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Recchia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Recchia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356438469.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Recchia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Recchia
What is Dr. Franco Recchia's specialty?
Dr. Recchia is a Retina Specialist near Nashville, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Recchia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Franco Recchia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Recchia is affiliated with TriStar Centennial Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Franco Recchia accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Franco Recchia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Franco Recchia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Recchia's office at (615) 983-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Franco Recchia?
Please contact Dr. Recchia's office at (615) 983-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Franco Recchia have?
Dr. Franco Recchia is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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