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Who is Dr. Heilweil, Ophthalmologist in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Gad Heilweil, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Heilweil is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heilweil’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heilweil’s office at (310) 206-7474.
What languages does Dr. Heilweil speak?
Dr. Heilweil and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does Dr. Heilweil treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Heilweil 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. Heilweil. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- AMD
- Macular Disease
- CME
- Macular Swelling
- Retinal Edema
- Fluid in Macula
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Macular swelling
- Fluid in the macula
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration
- H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113299: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, unspecified eye
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:
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Which procedures does Dr. Heilweil perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gad Heilweil 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. Heilweil's office.
Does Dr. Heilweil accept my insurance?
Dr. Heilweil accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-7474 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heilweil accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Heilweil in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Heilweil's office located?
Dr. Gad Heilweil's Primary Practice
150 N Orange Grove Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91103
(310) 206-7474
What is Dr. Heilweil's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heilweil's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386989440.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heilweil?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heilweil
What is Dr. Gad Heilweil's specialty?
Dr. Heilweil is a Ophthalmologist near Pasadena, CA. 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. Heilweil to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gad Heilweil affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heilweil is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Gad Heilweil accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gad Heilweil is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gad Heilweil offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heilweil's office at (310) 206-7474 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gad Heilweil?
Please contact Dr. Heilweil's office at (310) 206-7474 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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