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Dr. Emily Shortridge

Dr. Emily Shortridge

Mesa, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shortridge, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Mesa, AZ?

    Dr. Emily Shortridge is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Mesa, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shortridge is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shortridge’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shortridge’s office at (602) 933-3937.

    What languages does Dr. Shortridge speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shortridge treat?

    As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Shortridge 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. Shortridge. 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:

    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Alternating Walleye
    • Vertical Strabismus
    • Vertical Eye Misalignment
    • Monocular Exotropia
    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Monocular Esotropia
    • Intermittent Walleye
    • Crossed Eyes
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia
    • Alternating exotropia
    • Eyes take turns turning out
    • Intermittent exotropia
    • Hypertropia
    • Hypotropia
    • Vertical strabismus
    • One eye higher than the other
    • One Eye Turned Out
    • Monocular Divergent Strabismus
    • Unilateral Exotropia
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
    • Accommodative Squint
    • Esotropia
    • One Eye Turned In
    • Monocular Convergent Strabismus
    • Unilateral Esotropia
    • Occasional outward eye turn
    • Eyes turn out sometimes
    • Convergent strabismus
    • Inward turning eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5005: Alternating esotropia
    • H5015: Alternating exotropia
    • H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
    • H5022: Vertical strabismus, left eye
    • H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
    • H50111: Monocular exotropia, right eye
    • H50012: Monocular esotropia, left eye
    • H50331: Intermittent monocular exotropia, right eye
    • H50332: Intermittent monocular exotropia, left eye
    • H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye

    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

    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:

    • Double Vision
    • Unexplained Vision Problems
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Diplopia
    • Seeing double
    • Ghosting vision
    • Visual Disturbances
    • Subjective Vision Issues
    • Unclear Vision Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H532: Diplopia
    • H5310: Unspecified subjective visual disturbances

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Cataract
    • Birth Defects
    • Eye Disease
    • Baby Cataract
    • Cataract at Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q120: Congenital cataract

    Also known as:

    • Abducens Nerve Palsy
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Sixth Cranial Nerve Palsy
    • Abducens Nerve Paralysis
    • CN VI Palsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H4922: Sixth [abducent] nerve palsy, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Vision Examination with Abnormal Findings
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Eye Exam with Issues
    • Abnormal Vision Test
    • Eye Doctor Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0101: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision with abnormal findings

    What procedures does Dr. Shortridge perform?

    As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Shortridge 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. Shortridge. 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:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Crossed Eyes
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus (Superior Oblique)
    • Complex Strabismus Surgery
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment
    • Ocular Muscle Surgery
    • Strabismus Correction Surgery
    • Crossed Eyes Surgery
    • Wall Eyes Surgery
    • Strabismus surgery
    • Vertical eye muscle surgery
    • Crossed eyes correction surgery
    • Superior Oblique Muscle Surgery
    • Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
    • Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
    • Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
    • 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
    • 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
    • 67316: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 or more vertical muscles (excluding superior oblique)
    • 67318: Strabismus surgery, any procedure, superior oblique muscle
    • 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Shortridge accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shortridge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 933-3937 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shortridge accept in Mesa, AZ?

    Dr. Shortridge in Mesa, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Cash

    • Centene

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • Texas Digestive Disease Consultants

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shortridge's office located?

    Dr. Emily Shortridge's Primary Practice

    1220 S Higley Rd Ste 106

    Mesa, AZ 85206

    (602) 933-3937

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    Dr. Emily Shortridge's Practice 2

    5865 W Utopia Rd

    Glendale, AZ 85308

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    Dr. Emily Shortridge's Practice 3

    3141 N 3rd Ave Ste 100

    Phoenix, AZ 85013

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

    Dr. Shortridge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447514450.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shortridge?

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

    What is Dr. Emily Shortridge's specialty?

    Dr. Shortridge is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Mesa, AZ. 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. Shortridge to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Emily Shortridge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shortridge is affiliated with Valleywise Health Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center - Phoenix, AZ 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?

    Explore Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Emily Shortridge accepting new patients in Mesa, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Emily Shortridge is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Emily Shortridge offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shortridge's office at (602) 933-3937 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Emily Shortridge?

    Please contact Dr. Shortridge's office at (602) 933-3937 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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