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Dr. Steven Sanislo, MD

Dr. Steven Sanislo, MD

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sanislo, Retina Specialist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Steven Sanislo, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Sanislo graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists, Board President, Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Palo Alto, CA, and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Sanislo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanislo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanislo’s office at (650) 721-6888.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sanislo?

    Dr. Steven Sanislo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sanislo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Disorders, Retinal Vascular Diseases, Uveitis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stanford/CA community, Dr. Sanislo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Sanislo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Foundation OH | Stanford Univ MC, Retina/Vitreous Surgery | Cleveland Clinic Fdn/The Cole Eye Inst, Retina/Vitreous Surgery | Cleveland Clinic / Cleveland, OH, Vitreoretinal Surgery | Cleveland Clinic

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Stanford University Medical Center | Stanford University Medical Center | Stanford University, Medical Oncology | Stanford University Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Sanislo board certified in Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Sanislo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology , American Board of Ophthalmology since 1998

    What languages does Dr. Sanislo speak?

    Dr. Sanislo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sanislo treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Sanislo 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. Sanislo. 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
    • Age-related macular degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Age-Related Macular Degeneration
    • AMD
    • Macular Disease
    • CME
    • Macular swelling
    • Fluid in the macula
    • Macular Swelling
    • Retinal Edema
    • Fluid in Macula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration
    • H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
    • H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Retinal Neovascularization
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Eye Retina Problem
    • Retina Condition
    • Vision Disorder
    • General Retinal Issue
    • New Blood Vessel Growth in Retina
    • Abnormal Retinal Vessels
    • Retinal Angiogenesis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H359: Unspecified retinal disorder
    • H35052: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, left eye
    • H35051: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Cataract
    • Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
    • Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetic Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113299: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, unspecified eye
    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    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:

    • Severe nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Pathologic myopia
    • High myopia
    • Progressive nearsightedness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H4423: Degenerative myopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral

    Does Dr. Sanislo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sanislo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 721-6888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sanislo accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Sanislo in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advantage

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sanislo's office located?

    Dr. Steven Sanislo's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 721-6888

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    Dr. Steven Sanislo's Practice 2

    751 S Bascom Ave

    San Jose, CA 95128

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    Dr. Steven Sanislo's Practice 3

    2452 Watson Ct

    Palo Alto, CA 94303

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Retina Specialists

    Member

    Board President, Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Palo Alto, CA

    President

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Fellow

    What is Dr. Sanislo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sanislo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356409882.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanislo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanislo

    What is Dr. Steven Sanislo's specialty?

    Dr. Sanislo is a Retina Specialist near Stanford, CA. 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. Sanislo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Steven Sanislo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sanislo is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?

    Explore Retina Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Steven Sanislo accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Sanislo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Sanislo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sanislo's office at (650) 721-6888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Steven Sanislo?

    Please contact Dr. Sanislo's office at (650) 721-6888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Sanislo have?

    Dr. Steven Sanislo is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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