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Dr. Colleen Joseph, MD

Mc Lean, VA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Joseph, Ophthalmologist in Mc Lean, VA?

    Dr. Colleen Joseph, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Mc Lean, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Joseph completed her residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Ophthalmology; St Josephs Hosp Hlth Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Joseph is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joseph’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joseph’s office at (703) 356-5484.

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

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Ophthalmology; St Josephs Hosp Hlth Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    Is Dr. Joseph board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Colleen Joseph, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Joseph speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Joseph treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Joseph 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. Joseph. 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
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H524: Presbyopia
    • H5213: Myopia, 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:

    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
    • H43392: Other vitreous opacities, left eye

    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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    What procedures does Dr. Joseph perform?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Joseph 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. Joseph. 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
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    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)

    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. Joseph accept my insurance?

    Dr. Joseph accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 356-5484 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Joseph accept in Mc Lean, VA?

    Dr. Joseph in Mc Lean, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Johns Hopkins

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Joseph's office located?

    Dr. Colleen Joseph's Primary Practice

    6845 Elm St Ste 250

    Mc Lean, VA 22101

    (703) 356-5484

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    Dr. Colleen Joseph's Practice 2

    1515 Chain Bridge Rd # 17

    McLean, VA 22101

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    Dr. Colleen Joseph's Practice 3

    6845 Elm St

    McLean, VA 22101

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

    Dr. Joseph's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790874063.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joseph?

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

    What is Dr. Colleen Joseph's specialty?

    Dr. Joseph is a Ophthalmologist near Mc Lean, VA. 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. Joseph to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Colleen Joseph affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph is affiliated with Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, MedStar Washington Hospital Center 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

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    Is Colleen Joseph accepting new patients in Mc Lean, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Colleen Joseph is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Colleen Joseph offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (703) 356-5484 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Colleen Joseph?

    Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (703) 356-5484 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Colleen Joseph have?

    Dr. Colleen Joseph is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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