20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Westfall, Ophthalmologist in Salem, OR?
Dr. Andrew Westfall, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Salem, OR. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Westfall graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; St Vincent Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Westfall is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westfall’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westfall’s office at (503) 371-4350.
Where did Dr. Westfall go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; St Vincent Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Westfall speak?
Dr. Westfall and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Westfall typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Westfall 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. Westfall. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Westfall typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Westfall 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. Westfall. 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 here.
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:
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 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
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Westfall accept my insurance?
Dr. Westfall accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 371-4350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Westfall accept in Salem, OR?
Dr. Westfall in Salem, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Atrio Holding Company
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Moda Health
PacificSource
Providence Health & Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Westfall's office located?
What is Dr. Westfall's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Westfall's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003989781.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westfall?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Westfall
What is Dr. Andrew Westfall's specialty?
Dr. Westfall is a Ophthalmologist near Salem, OR.
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 this Dr. Andrew Westfall affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Westfall is affiliated with Salem Hospital - Salem, Or, Samaritan Albany General Hospital, Willamette Valley Medical Center 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 Andrew Westfall accepting new patients in Salem, OR?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Westfall is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Westfall offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Westfall's office at (503) 371-4350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Westfall?
Please contact Dr. Westfall's office at (503) 371-4350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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