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Dr. Anne Fulton, MD

Ophthalmologist

Boston, MA

53 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Fulton, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Anne Fulton, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She has been practicing for over 53 years and is board certified. Dr. Fulton graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine. Dr. Fulton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fulton’s office at (617) 355-6000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fulton?

    Dr. Anne Fulton, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fulton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Retinopathy of Prematurity, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Fulton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine | Yale University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fulton board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Anne Fulton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Fulton speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Fulton 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. Fulton. 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:

    • Hereditary Retinal Dystrophy
    • Stargardt Macular Degeneration
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Stargardt macular degeneration
    • Inherited Retinal Disease
    • Genetic Retinal Disorder
    • Retinal Degeneration
    • Familial Retinal Disease
    • Stargardt Disease
    • Juvenile Macular Degeneration
    • Cone-Rod Dystrophy
    • Inherited Macular Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3550: Unspecified hereditary retinal dystrophy
    • H3553: Other dystrophies primarily involving the sensory retina

    Also known as:

    • Cortical Blindness
    • Legal Blindness
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Brain-related blindness
    • Cerebral blindness
    • Cortical visual impairment
    • Legally blind
    • Severe vision impairment
    • Profound vision loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H47619: Cortical blindness, unspecified side of brain
    • H548: Legal blindness, as defined in USA

    Also known as:

    • Vision Impairment
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Poor Vision
    • Low Vision
    • Visual Dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H479: Unspecified disorder of visual pathways

    Also known as:

    • Retinitis Pigmentosa
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Cone-rod dystrophy
    • Fundus albipunctatus
    • Retinitis pigmentosa
    • RP
    • Rod-Cone Dystrophy
    • Pigmentary Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3552: Pigmentary retinal dystrophy

    Also known as:

    • Complete Color Blindness
    • Color Blindness
    • Achromatopsia
    • Color vision deficiency
    • total color blindness
    • monochromacy
    • no color vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5351: Achromatopsia

    Also known as:

    • Other Genetic Syndrome
    • Birth Defects
    • Rare Birth Defect Syndromes
    • Uncommon Congenital Syndromes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8789: Other specified congenital malformation syndromes, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Nystagmus
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • X-linked infantile nystagmus
    • Infantile Nystagmus
    • Born with Nystagmus
    • Childhood Nystagmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5501: Congenital nystagmus

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Anne Fulton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Fulton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Fulton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fulton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fulton accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Fulton in Boston, MA 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 Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Fallon Health

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fulton's office located?

    Dr. Anne Fulton's Primary Practice

    300 Longwood Ave

    Boston, MA 02115

    (617) 355-6000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Fulton affiliated with?

    Dr. Fulton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Boston Children's Hospital,Boston, MA

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

    Dr. Fulton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194815191.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fulton?

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

    What is Dr. Anne Fulton's specialty?

    Dr. Fulton is an Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA.

    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. Anne Fulton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Fulton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. Anne Fulton accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Anne Fulton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anne Fulton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fulton's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Anne Fulton?

    Please contact Dr. Fulton's office at (617) 355-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fulton's office located?

    Dr. Fulton's office is located in Boston, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anne Fulton have?

    Dr. Anne Fulton is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.