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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz, Ophthalmologist in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Hollywood, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz’s office at (954) 431-2777.
What languages does Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz speak?
Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz 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. Fernandez-Ruiz. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Amblyopia
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
Also known as:
- Alternating Walleye
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Atopic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1013: Acute atopic conjunctivitis, bilateral
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:
- Blepharitis
- Eyelid Disorder
- Inflamed eyelids
- Eyelid margin inflammation
- Crusty eyelids
- Eyelid irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H01002: Unspecified blepharitis right lower eyelid
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz 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. Fernandez-Ruiz. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes 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
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Balloon Dilation
- Nasolacrimal Duct Dilation
- Blocked Tear Duct Ballooning
- Tear Duct Probing with Balloon
CPT Codes:
- 68816: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with transluminal balloon catheter dilation
Does Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz accept my insurance?
Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 431-2777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz accept in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz in Hollywood, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
Sentara Health
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz's office located?
Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz's Primary Practice
300 S Park Rd Ste 300
Hollywood, FL 33021
(954) 431-2777
Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz's Practice 3
603 N Flamingo Rd Ste 250
Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
What is Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538507157.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz
What is Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz's specialty?
Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz is a Ophthalmologist near Hollywood, FL.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital, Palmetto General Hospital, Baptist Health South Miami 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
When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Maria Fernandez-Ruiz accepting new patients in Hollywood, FL?
Yes, Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz's office at (954) 431-2777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Fernandez-Ruiz?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz's office at (954) 431-2777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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