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Who is Dr. Ponce Contreras, Ophthalmologist in River Edge, NJ?
Dr. Marta Ponce Contreras, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in River Edge, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ponce Contreras graduated from Universidad Francisco Marroquin, Facultad De Medicina. Dr. Ponce Contreras is fluent in English, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponce Contreras’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponce Contreras’s office.
Where did Dr. Ponce Contreras go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad Francisco Marroquin, Facultad De Medicina
What languages does Dr. Ponce Contreras speak?
Dr. Ponce Contreras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Polish
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Ponce Contreras typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ponce Contreras 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. Ponce Contreras. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
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
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Ponce Contreras typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ponce Contreras 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. Ponce Contreras. 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Ponce Contreras accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponce Contreras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponce Contreras accept in River Edge, NJ?
Dr. Ponce Contreras in River Edge, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ponce Contreras' office located?
What is Dr. Ponce Contreras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponce Contreras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942363437.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponce Contreras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponce Contreras
What is Dr. Marta Ponce Contreras's specialty?
Dr. Ponce Contreras is a Ophthalmologist near River Edge, NJ.
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. Marta Ponce Contreras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ponce Contreras is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Marta Ponce Contreras accepting new patients in River Edge, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Marta Ponce Contreras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marta Ponce Contreras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponce Contreras's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marta Ponce Contreras?
Please contact Dr. Ponce Contreras's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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