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Who is Dr. Sonkin, Retina Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Peter Sonkin, 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. Sonkin graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Sonkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sonkin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sonkin’s office at (615) 983-6000.
Where did Dr. Sonkin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sonkin board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Sonkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Sonkin speak?
Dr. Sonkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sonkin treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Sonkin 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. Sonkin. 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:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Macular Pucker
- Lattice Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Lattice Degeneration
- Retinal Lattice
- Peripheral Retinal Thinning
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Hole
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Nonexudative AMD
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Retinal Hole
- Foveal Hole
- Macular Cyst
- Macular Pseudohole
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353122: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, left eye
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye gel sticking to the macula
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- VMA
- Macular adhesion
- Vitreous traction
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43823: Vitreomacular adhesion, bilateral
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- 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
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
Also known as:
- Long-Term Insulin Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic insulin therapy
- Ongoing insulin treatment
- Insulin for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin
Also known as:
- Histoplasmosis
- Cave disease', 'Ohio Valley disease', 'Spelunker's lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- B399: Histoplasmosis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sonkin perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Peter Sonkin 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. Sonkin's office.
Does Dr. Sonkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Sonkin 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. Sonkin accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Sonkin in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Assurant
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Prairie States Enterprises
PreferredOne
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sonkin's office located?
Dr. Peter Sonkin's Primary Practice
345 23rd Ave N Ste 350
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 983-6000
What is Dr. Sonkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sonkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003991167.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sonkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sonkin
What is Dr. Peter Sonkin's specialty?
Dr. Sonkin 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. Sonkin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peter Sonkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sonkin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Peter Sonkin accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Peter Sonkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Sonkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sonkin's office at (615) 983-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Sonkin?
Please contact Dr. Sonkin's office at (615) 983-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Sonkin have?
Dr. Peter Sonkin is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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