Dr. Joseph Boss, MD
Grand Rapids, MI
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Boss, Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Joseph Boss, MD is an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Boss is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boss’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boss’s office at (616) 954-2020.
What languages does Dr. Boss speak?
Dr. Boss and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist like Dr. Boss typically treat?
As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Boss 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. Boss. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
What procedures does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist like Dr. Boss typically perform?
As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Boss 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. Boss. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Injection into Eye Capsule
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
- Tenon's Capsule Injection
- Periocular Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
- 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
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
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Does Dr. Boss accept my insurance?
Dr. Boss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 954-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Boss accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Boss in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Boss' office located?
Dr. Joseph Boss' Primary Practice
5030 Cascade Rd SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 954-2020
What is Dr. Boss's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Boss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912346388.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boss?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boss
What is Dr. Joseph Boss's specialty?
Dr. Boss is a Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist near Grand Rapids, MI.
What does an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of intraocular inflammation, scleritis, keratitis, and infectious disorders focuses on managing inflammatory conditions affecting the eye, adnexa, and orbit. This specialist utilizes medical and surgical interventions to address these complex ocular issues.
Is this Dr. Joseph Boss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Boss is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, University Of Michigan Health - West, Corewell Health Pennock 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 Joseph Boss accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Boss is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Boss offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Boss's office at (616) 954-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Boss?
Please contact Dr. Boss's office at (616) 954-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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