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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 Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shortridge’s office at (480) 835-0709.
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 a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Shortridge typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Alternating Walleye
- Vertical Strabismus
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
- H5022: Vertical strabismus, left 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
- Amblyopia
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
Also known as:
- Congenital Cataract
- Birth Defects
- Eye Disease
- Baby Cataract
- Cataract at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q120: Congenital cataract
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Shortridge typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus (Superior Oblique)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Crossed Eyes
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Superior Oblique Muscle Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Strabismus surgery
- Vertical eye muscle surgery
- Crossed eyes correction 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)
- 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)
- 67316: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 or more vertical muscles (excluding superior oblique)
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Shortridge accept my insurance?
Dr. Shortridge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 835-0709 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
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Mercy Care
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shortridge's office located?
Dr. Emily Shortridge's Primary Practice
1500 S Dobson Rd Ste 313
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 835-0709
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.
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?
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.
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, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln 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
When to see a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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 (480) 835-0709 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 (480) 835-0709 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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