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Dr. Lee Friedman, MD

Dr. Lee Friedman, MD

Boynton Beach, FL

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Friedman, Ophthalmologist in Boynton Beach, FL?

    Dr. Lee Friedman, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boynton Beach, FL. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Friedman completed his residency at Manhattan E E T Hosp, Ophthalmology; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Friedman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friedman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friedman’s office at (561) 737-5500.

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

    • Residency: Manhattan E E T Hosp, Ophthalmology; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Friedman board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lee Friedman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Friedman speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Friedman treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Friedman 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. Friedman. 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:

    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Intermittent Eye Turn
    • Esotropia
    • Walleye
    • Crossed Eyes
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
    • Accommodative Squint
    • Intermittent heterotropia
    • Occasional eye deviation
    • Intermittent squint
    • Convergent Strabismus
    • Exotropia
    • Divergent strabismus
    • Outward turning eye
    • Convergent strabismus
    • Inward turning eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
    • H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
    • H5000: Unspecified esotropia
    • H5010: Unspecified exotropia
    • H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Unequal Vision
    • Astigmatism
    • Farsightedness
    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Anisometropia
    • Different Eye Prescriptions
    • Vision Disparity
    • Blurred Vision
    • Distorted Vision
    • Eye Curvature Problem
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5231: Anisometropia
    • H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Severe Retinopathy of Prematurity
    • Retinopathy of Prematurity
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Premature Babies
    • Retrolental Fibroplasia
    • RLF
    • Advanced ROP
    • ROP
    • Premature Retinopathy
    • Retinal Disease in Premature Babies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35173: Retrolental fibroplasia, bilateral
    • H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
    • H35133: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 2, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Lazy eye from refractive error
    • Anisometropic amblyopia
    • Refractive lazy eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye
    • H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Lazy Eye
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Vision Loss from Unequal Focus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Preglaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Droopy Eyelid at Birth
    • Other Eyelid Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Eye Disease
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Congenital Blepharoptosis
    • Infant Ptosis
    • Newborn Droopy Eyelid
    • Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
    • Rare Eyelid Malformations
    • Infant Eyelid Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q100: Congenital ptosis
    • Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H10413: Chronic giant papillary conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Does Dr. Friedman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Friedman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 737-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Friedman accept in Boynton Beach, FL?

    Dr. Friedman in Boynton Beach, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Premier Health Plan (OH)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Friedman's office located?

    Dr. Lee Friedman's Primary Practice

    1717 W Woolbright Rd

    Boynton Beach, FL 33426

    (561) 737-5500

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

    Dr. Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336201359.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friedman?

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

    What is Dr. Lee Friedman's specialty?

    Dr. Friedman is a Ophthalmologist near Boynton Beach, FL. 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. Friedman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lee Friedman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Friedman is affiliated with West Boca Medical Center, St. Mary's Medical Center - West Palm Beach, Fl 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 Lee Friedman accepting new patients in Boynton Beach, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Lee Friedman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lee Friedman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Friedman's office at (561) 737-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lee Friedman?

    Please contact Dr. Friedman's office at (561) 737-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lee Friedman have?

    Dr. Lee Friedman is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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