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Dr. Georgios Papastergiou, MD, PHD

Chula Vista, CA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Papastergiou, Retina Specialist in Chula Vista, CA?

    Dr. Georgios Papastergiou, MD, PHD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Papastergiou is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Papastergiou’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Papastergiou’s office at (619) 425-7755.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Papastergiou?

    Dr. Georgios Papastergiou, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Papastergiou empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Retinal Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chula Vista, CA community, Dr. Papastergiou is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Papastergiou speak?

    Dr. Papastergiou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Papastergiou typically treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Papastergiou 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. Papastergiou. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (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
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral

    What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Papastergiou typically perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Papastergiou 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. Papastergiou. 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:

    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy
    • Retinal photocoagulation
    • Macular edema laser
    • Retina tumor laser treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
    • 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation

    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

    Also known as:

    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)

    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. Papastergiou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Papastergiou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 425-7755 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Papastergiou accept in Chula Vista, CA?

    Dr. Papastergiou in Chula Vista, CA 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 Corporation

    • Community Health Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Papastergiou's office located?

    Dr. Georgios Papastergiou's Primary Practice

    835 Third Ave Ste A

    Chula Vista, CA 91911

    (619) 425-7755

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    1425 S La Brucherie Rd # A

    El Centro, CA 92243

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Georgios Papastergiou?

    Dr. Papastergiou has appointments available at his Chula Vista, CA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    What is Dr. Papastergiou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Papastergiou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790054393.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Papastergiou?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Papastergiou

    What is Dr. Georgios Papastergiou's specialty?

    Dr. Papastergiou is a Retina Specialist near Chula Vista, CA.

    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. Georgios Papastergiou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Papastergiou is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Chula Vista 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

    When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Georgios Papastergiou accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Georgios Papastergiou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Georgios Papastergiou offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Papastergiou, or call (619) 425-7755 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Georgios Papastergiou?

    Please contact Dr. Papastergiou's office at (619) 425-7755 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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