Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schmitt, Ophthalmologist in Madison, WI?
Dr. Melanie Schmitt is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Schmitt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schmitt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schmitt’s office.
What languages does Dr. Schmitt speak?
Dr. Schmitt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schmitt treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Schmitt 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. Schmitt. 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:
- Esotropia
- Walleye
- Inward Turning Eye
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Unequal Vision
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Anisometropia
- Different Eye Prescriptions
- Vision Disparity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H5231: Anisometropia
Also known as:
- Eye and Vision Examination with Abnormal Findings
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Eye Exam with Issues
- Abnormal Vision Test
- Eye Doctor Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0101: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Family history of eye Disorder
- Inherited eye condition risk
- Genetic predisposition to eye problems
- Family history of vision issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z83518: Family history of other specified eye disorder
Also known as:
- Nystagmus
- Other Binocular Eye Movement Disorder
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Involuntary Eye Shaking
- Dancing Eyes
- Jumping Eyes
- Disorder of eye coordination
- Eye alignment problem
- Binocular vision dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5500: Unspecified nystagmus
- H518: Other specified disorders of binocular movement
Also known as:
- Eyewear Fitting and Adjustment
- Eye Wear
- Glasses fitting
- Contact lens adjustment
- Optometry services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z460: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of spectacles and contact lenses
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
Also known as:
- Hereditary Retinal Dystrophy
- Retinal Disorder
- Inherited Retinal Disease
- Genetic Retinal Disorder
- Retinal Degeneration
- Familial Retinal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3550: Unspecified hereditary retinal dystrophy
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:
- Blocked Tear Duct at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Tears
- Congenital Lacrimal Duct Obstruction
- Narrow Tear Duct in Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q105: Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Amblyopia
- Lazy eye
- Reduced vision
- Vision loss in one eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53002: Unspecified amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Unexplained Vision Loss
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual loss
- Undiagnosed vision problem
- Sudden vision loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H547: Unspecified visual loss
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Which procedures does Dr. Schmitt perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Melanie Schmitt 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. Schmitt's office.
Does Dr. Schmitt accept my insurance?
Dr. Schmitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schmitt accept in Madison, WI?
Dr. Schmitt in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
Health Payment System (HPS)
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schmitt's office located?
What is Dr. Schmitt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schmitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730319203.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schmitt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schmitt
What is Dr. Melanie Schmitt's specialty?
Dr. Schmitt is a Ophthalmologist near Madison, WI. 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. Schmitt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melanie Schmitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schmitt is affiliated with Uw Health University Hospital 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 Melanie Schmitt accepting new patients in Madison, WI?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Schmitt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Schmitt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schmitt's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Schmitt?
Please contact Dr. Schmitt's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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