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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walter, Retina Specialist in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Scott Walter, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Hartford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Walter graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Walter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walter’s office at (860) 527-9020.
Where did Dr. Walter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Walter speak?
Dr. Walter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Walter treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Walter 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. Walter. 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:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43392: Other vitreous opacities, left eye
- H43391: Other vitreous opacities, right eye
Also known as:
- Other Ocular Prosthetic Device Mechanical Problem
- Eye implant mechanical issue
- Artificial eye device complication
- Ocular graft problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- T85398A: Other mechanical complication of other ocular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
- Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33021: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, right eye
Also known as:
- Displaced intraocular lens
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL displacement
- Slipped artificial lens
- Moved implanted lens
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8522XA: Displacement of intraocular lens, initial encounter
What procedures does Dr. Walter perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Walter 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. Walter. 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:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Removal of Eye Implant (Back of Eye)
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Eye Implant Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Intraocular Implant Removal
- Posterior Segment Implant Extraction
- Eye Device Removal Surgery
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Anterior Segment Implant Removal
- Ocular Implant Extraction
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
- 67121: Removal of implanted material, posterior segment; intraocular
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
- 65920: Removal of implanted material, anterior segment of eye
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:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
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)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
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:
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Cataract Removal by Phacoemulsification
- Posterior Capsule Opacification Treatment
- YAG Capsulotomy
- After-Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification
- Lens Material Removal
- Cataract Surgery (Phaco)
- Ultrasonic Cataract Removal
CPT Codes:
- 66820: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); stab incision technique (Ziegler or Wheeler knife)
- 66850: Removal of lens material; phacofragmentation technique (mechanical or ultrasonic) (eg, phacoemulsification), with aspiration
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Exchange
- IOL Exchange
- Cataract Lens Replacement (Secondary)
- Replacement of Eye Implant
CPT Codes:
- 66986: Exchange of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy with Laser Treatment
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Eye Vitreous Removal with Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67039: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with focal endolaser photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Peripheral Iridectomy for Glaucoma
- Glaucoma Iridectomy
- Surgical Iridectomy
- Iris Surgery for Glaucoma
CPT Codes:
- 66625: Iridectomy, with corneoscleral or corneal section; peripheral for glaucoma (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Retina Lesion Radiation Treatment
- Macular Edema Radiation
- Retinal Tumor Brachytherapy
- Eye Radiation Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67218: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; radiation by implantation of source (includes removal of source)
Also known as:
- Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- FNA Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy without Imaging
- Tissue Sample Collection
CPT Codes:
- 10021: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, without imaging guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Walter accept my insurance?
Dr. Walter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 527-9020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walter accept in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Walter in Hartford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Connecticut
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Walter's office located?
Dr. Scott Walter's Primary Practice
43 Woodland St Ste 100
Hartford, CT 06105
(860) 527-9020
What is Dr. Walter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205127818.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walter
What is Dr. Scott Walter's specialty?
Dr. Walter is a Retina Specialist near Hartford, CT. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Walter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Scott Walter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walter is affiliated with Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Middlesex Hospital, Bridgeport Hospital, Saint Mary's Hospital - Waterbury, CT, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, UConn John Dempsey 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 Scott Walter accepting new patients in Hartford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Scott Walter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Walter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walter's office at (860) 527-9020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Walter?
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