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Who is Dr. Rachitskaya, Retina Specialist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Aleksandra Rachitskaya, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rachitskaya is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rachitskaya’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rachitskaya’s office.
What languages does Dr. Rachitskaya speak?
Dr. Rachitskaya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Rachitskaya typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Rachitskaya 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. Rachitskaya. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Rachitskaya typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Rachitskaya 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. Rachitskaya. 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:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
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:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
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
Does Dr. Rachitskaya accept my insurance?
Dr. Rachitskaya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rachitskaya accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Rachitskaya in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rachitskaya's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Rachitskaya affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Rachitskaya has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus,Cleveland, OH
Ranked in 2 Procedures

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus,Cleveland, OH
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Hillcrest Hospital,Mayfield Heights, OH
Ranked General Surgery

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Hillcrest Hospital,Mayfield Heights, OH
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Marymount Hospital,Garfield Heights, OH
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

Marymount Hospital,Garfield Heights, OH
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital,Cleveland, OH
Ranked General Surgery

Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital,Cleveland, OH
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Fairview Hospital,Cleveland, OH
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

Fairview Hospital,Cleveland, OH
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
South Pointe Hospital,Warrensville Heights, OH
South Pointe Hospital,Warrensville Heights, OH
What is Dr. Rachitskaya's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rachitskaya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487802757.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rachitskaya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rachitskaya
What is Dr. Aleksandra Rachitskaya's specialty?
Dr. Rachitskaya is a Retina Specialist near Cleveland, OH.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
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.
Is Dr. Aleksandra Rachitskaya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rachitskaya is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Hillcrest Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Fairview Hospital 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 Dr. Aleksandra Rachitskaya accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Aleksandra Rachitskaya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aleksandra Rachitskaya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rachitskaya's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Aleksandra Rachitskaya?
Please contact Dr. Rachitskaya's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Rachitskaya's office located?
Dr. Rachitskaya's offices are located in Cleveland, OH, Independence, OH, and Beachwood, OH.
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