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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simon, Ophthalmologist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Melissa Ann Simon, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Simon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simon’s office at (401) 444-6551.
What languages does Dr. Simon speak?
Dr. Simon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Simon treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Simon 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. Simon. 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 Eye Turn
- Esotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Walleye
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Optic Atrophy
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Pseudopapilledema
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
- Pseudo-swollen optic disc
- Optic disc elevation
- Congenital optic disc anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
- H47333: Pseudopapilledema of optic disc, bilateral
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye
- Reduced vision
- Vision loss in one eye
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53002: Unspecified amblyopia, left eye
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Vision Loss in One Eye
- Reduced Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53001: Unspecified amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Atopic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1013: Acute atopic conjunctivitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Family history of eye Disorder
- Inherited eye condition risk
- Genetic predisposition to eye problems
- Family history of vision issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z83518: Family history of other specified eye disorder
Also known as:
- Neurological Disorder
- Neurologic Disease
- Nervous System Diseases
- Brain Disorders
- Spinal Cord Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8669: Personal history of other diseases of the nervous system and sense organs
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
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. Simon perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Simon 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. Simon. 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 Transposition Surgery
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Paretic Extraocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus 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)
- 67320: Transposition procedure (eg, for paretic extraocular muscle), any extraocular muscle (specify) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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)
Also known as:
- Eye Muscle Injection (Chemodenervation)
- Ocular Muscle Paralysis
- Strabismus Treatment Injection
- Botox for Eye Muscles
CPT Codes:
- 67345: Chemodenervation of extraocular muscle
Also known as:
- Chalazion Removal (Under General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Chalazion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67808: Excision of chalazion; under general anesthesia and/or requiring hospitalization, single or multiple
Does Dr. Simon accept my insurance?
Dr. Simon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 444-6551 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simon accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Simon in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Simon's office located?
Dr. Melissa Ann Simon's Primary Practice
1 Hoppin St Ste 202
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 444-6551
Dr. Melissa Ann Simon's Practice 2
2 Dudley St Ste 505
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 444-7008
What is Dr. Simon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316265259.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simon
What is Dr. Melissa Ann Simon's specialty?
Dr. Simon is a Ophthalmologist near Providence, RI. 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. Simon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Ann Simon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simon is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital 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
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Is Melissa Ann Simon accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Ann Simon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Ann Simon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simon's office at (401) 444-6551 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Ann Simon?
Please contact Dr. Simon's office at (401) 444-6551 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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