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Dr. Eric Gaier, MD, PHD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Gaier, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Eric Gaier, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Gaier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaier’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaier’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Gaier speak?
Dr. Gaier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gaier treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Gaier 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. Gaier. 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:
- Esotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Walleye
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Vertical Strabismus
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Eye Misalignment
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
- Vertical strabismus
- One eye higher than the other
- Wall Eyes
- Squint
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
- H5022: Vertical strabismus, left eye
- H5089: Other specified strabismus
Also known as:
- Optic Disc Drusen
- Swelling of the Optic Disc from Increased Brain Pressure
- Optic Atrophy
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Drusen in the eye
- Optic nerve head drusen
- Calcifications in optic nerve
- Papilledema with intracranial pressure
- Optic disc edema from high ICP
- Swollen optic nerve due to brain pressure
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47323: Drusen of optic disc, bilateral
- H4711: Papilledema associated with increased intracranial pressure
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Unequal Focus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
- H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Other Binocular Eye Movement Disorder
- Trochlear Nerve Palsy
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Disorder of eye coordination
- Eye alignment problem
- Binocular vision dysfunction
- Fourth nerve palsy
- Fourth cranial nerve paralysis
- Superior oblique palsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H518: Other specified disorders of binocular movement
- H4911: Fourth [trochlear] nerve palsy, right eye
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
- H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Unequal Pupil Size
- Eye Disease
- Anisocoria
- Different sized pupils
- Pupil size difference
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5702: Anisocoria
Which procedures does Dr. Gaier perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Eric Gaier 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. Gaier's office.
Does Dr. Gaier accept my insurance?
Dr. Gaier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gaier accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Gaier in Boston, MA 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 Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gaier's office located?
What is Dr. Gaier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gaier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134568199.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaier
What is Dr. Eric Gaier's specialty?
Dr. Gaier is a Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA. 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. Gaier to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Gaier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gaier is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital, Mass Eye And Ear - Main Campus. 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
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Is Eric Gaier accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Gaier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Gaier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gaier's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Gaier?
Please contact Dr. Gaier's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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