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Who is Dr. Prensky, Retina Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Colin Prensky is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Prensky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prensky’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prensky’s office at (412) 647-2200.
What languages does Dr. Prensky speak?
Dr. Prensky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Prensky treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Prensky 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. Prensky. 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:
- Displaced intraocular lens
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL displacement
- Slipped artificial lens
- Moved implanted lens
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8522XA: Displacement of intraocular lens, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
- Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetic Macular Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
What procedures does Dr. Prensky perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Prensky 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. Prensky. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
Does Dr. Prensky accept my insurance?
Dr. Prensky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 647-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prensky accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Prensky in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Prensky's office located?
Dr. Colin Prensky's Primary Practice
203 Lothrop St Fl 8
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 647-2200
What is Dr. Prensky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prensky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255682217.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prensky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prensky
What is Dr. Colin Prensky's specialty?
Dr. Prensky is a Retina Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Prensky to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Colin Prensky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Prensky is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Mercy, UPMC St. Margaret, UPMC East. 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Colin Prensky accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Colin Prensky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Colin Prensky offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prensky's office at (412) 647-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Colin Prensky?
Please contact Dr. Prensky's office at (412) 647-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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