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Dr. Rodrigo Torres, MD

Dr. Rodrigo Torres, MD

Ophthalmologist

Lancaster, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Torres, Ophthalmologist in Lancaster, CA?

    Dr. Rodrigo Torres, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Torres completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Ophthalmology; Cambridge Hp/Cambridge Hlth Al, Transitional Year. Dr. Torres is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torres’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres’s office at (562) 988-8668.

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

    • Fellowship: Devers Eye Institute in Portland

    • Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Ophthalmology; Cambridge Hp/Cambridge Hlth Al, Transitional Year | University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Torres board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rodrigo Torres, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Torres speak?

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

    • English
    • German
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Torres typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Torres 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. Torres. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
    • Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
    • Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetic Macular Edema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma
    • High eye pressure
    • Optic nerve damage
    • Ocular hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H409: Unspecified glaucoma

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

    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

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Torres typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Torres 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. Torres. 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:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    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 Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    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. Torres accept my insurance?

    Dr. Torres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 988-8668 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Torres accept in Lancaster, CA?

    Dr. Torres in Lancaster, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Torres' office located?

    Dr. Rodrigo Torres' Primary Practice

    335 E Avenue I

    Lancaster, CA 93535

    (562) 988-8668

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    Dr. Rodrigo Torres' Practice 2

    2650 Elm Ave Ste 108

    Long Beach, CA 90806

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    Dr. Rodrigo Torres' Practice 3

    14445 Olive View Dr

    Sylmar, CA 91342

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    What hospitals are Dr. Torres affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Torres has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    High Desert Regional Health Center,Lancaster, CA
    Olive View - Ucla Medical Center,Sylmar, CA
    Martin Luther King, Jr. Outpatient Center,Los Angeles, CA

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

    Dr. Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578651584.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres?

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

    What is Dr. Rodrigo Torres's specialty?

    Dr. Torres is an Ophthalmologist near Lancaster, CA.

    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 Dr. Rodrigo Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Torres is affiliated with Los Angeles General 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

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    Is Dr. Rodrigo Torres accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rodrigo Torres is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rodrigo Torres offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (562) 988-8668 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rodrigo Torres?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (562) 988-8668 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Torres' office located?

    Dr. Torres' offices are located in Lancaster, CA, Long Beach, CA, and Sylmar, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rodrigo Torres have?

    Dr. Rodrigo Torres is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.