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Who is Dr. Packles, Ophthalmologist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Michelle Packles, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Packles graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology. Dr. Packles is fluent in English, Sign Languages, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Packles’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Packles’s office at (718) 960-6127.
Where did Dr. Packles go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Packles speak?
Dr. Packles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Sign Languages
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Packles treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Packles 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. Packles. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H268: Other specified cataract
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- High eye pressure
- Optic nerve damage
- Ocular hypertension
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H409: Unspecified glaucoma
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H4010X0: Unspecified open-angle glaucoma, stage unspecified
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
Also known as:
- Intraretinal Microvascular Abnormality
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinal arterial macroaneurysm with supravalvular pulmonic stenosis
- Retinal Microvascular Issues
- Abnormal Small Retinal Vessels
- Retinal Vascular Malformations
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3509: Other intraretinal microvascular abnormalities
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Which procedures does Dr. Packles perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michelle Packles 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. Packles' office.
Does Dr. Packles accept my insurance?
Dr. Packles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 960-6127 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Packles accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Packles in Bronx, 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
Cascade Comprehensive Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Healthfirst
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Packles' office located?
What is Dr. Packles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Packles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679829758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Packles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Packles
What is Dr. Michelle Packles's specialty?
Dr. Packles is a Ophthalmologist near Bronx, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Packles to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michelle Packles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Packles is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Barnabas Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Michelle Packles accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Packles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Packles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Packles's office at (718) 960-6127 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Packles?
Please contact Dr. Packles's office at (718) 960-6127 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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