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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ness, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Latham, NY?
Dr. Peter Ness, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Latham, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ness is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ness’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ness’s office at (518) 480-6216.
What languages does Dr. Ness speak?
Dr. Ness and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ness treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Ness 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. Ness. 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:
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Alternating Walleye
- Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Alternating Esotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Esotropia
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Intermittent alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
- Occasional alternating inward eye turn
- Alternating Convergent Strabismus
- Intermittent Esotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
- H5007: Alternating esotropia with V pattern
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
- Retinal disease in premature babies
- Premature baby eye condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
- H35123: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 1, bilateral
- H35133: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 2, bilateral
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
- H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Unequal Focus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
- H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Eyelid Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Eyelid Disorder
- Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
- Rare Eyelid Malformations
- Infant Eyelid Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
Which procedures does Dr. Ness perform as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Peter Ness 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. Ness' office.
Does Dr. Ness accept my insurance?
Dr. Ness accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 480-6216 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ness accept in Latham, NY?
Dr. Ness in Latham, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CDPHP
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthNow New York
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ness' office located?
Dr. Peter Ness' Primary Practice
920 Albany Shaker Rd Ste 101
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 480-6216
What is Dr. Ness's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376817999.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ness?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ness
What is Dr. Peter Ness's specialty?
Dr. Ness is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Latham, NY. An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Ness to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peter Ness affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ness is affiliated with Albany 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 Peter Ness accepting new patients in Latham, NY?
Yes, Dr. Peter Ness is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Ness offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ness's office at (518) 480-6216 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Ness?
Please contact Dr. Ness's office at (518) 480-6216 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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