Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sanchez, Retina Specialist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Cecilia Sanchez, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sanchez graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Sanchez is fluent in English, Sign Languages, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanchez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanchez’s office.
Where did Dr. Sanchez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Sanchez board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Cecilia Sanchez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Sanchez speak?
Dr. Sanchez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Sign Languages
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Sanchez typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Sanchez 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. Sanchez. 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:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, 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. Sanchez typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Sanchez 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. Sanchez. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Sanchez accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanchez 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. Sanchez accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Sanchez in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sendero Health Plans
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sanchez's office located?
What is Dr. Sanchez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanchez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376616011.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanchez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanchez
What is Dr. Cecilia Sanchez's specialty?
Dr. Sanchez is a Retina Specialist near Austin, TX.
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 this Dr. Cecilia Sanchez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanchez is affiliated with St. David's South Austin Medical Center 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 Cecilia Sanchez accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Cecilia Sanchez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cecilia Sanchez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanchez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cecilia Sanchez?
Please contact Dr. Sanchez's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cecilia Sanchez have?
Dr. Cecilia Sanchez is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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