Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scott, Ophthalmologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Nathan Scott, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Scott is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scott’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scott’s office at (305) 243-2020.
What languages does Dr. Scott speak?
Dr. Scott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Scott treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Scott 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. Scott. 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:
- Uveal Melanoma
- Retinoblastoma
- Eye Cancer
- Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma Treatment (PDQ)
- Retinoblastoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- Choroidal Melanoma
- Intraocular Melanoma
- Cancer of the Choroid
- Retinal Cancer
- Malignant Retinal Tumor
- Childhood Eye Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C6932: Malignant neoplasm of left choroid
- C6931: Malignant neoplasm of right choroid
- C6921: Malignant neoplasm of right retina
Also known as:
- Benign Choroid Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Eye Disease
- Non-cancerous choroid growth
- Benign choroidal neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3131: Benign neoplasm of right choroid
- D3132: Benign neoplasm of left choroid
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
- Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetic Macular Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
Also known as:
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Age-related macular degeneration
- CME
- Macular Swelling
- Retinal Edema
- Fluid in Macula
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- AMD
- Macular Disease
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye
- H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Serous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment
- Fluid Retinal Detachment
- Exudative Retinal Detachment
- Non-Rhegmatogenous Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
- H3322: Serous retinal detachment, left eye
Also known as:
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Other Choroid Disorder
- Eye Disease
- Choroidal Conditions
- Choroid Problems
- Eye Choroid Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H318: Other specified disorders of choroid
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked Eye Blood Vessel
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinal Vascular Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- Blocked Retinal Vessel
ICD-10 Codes:
- H349: Unspecified retinal vascular occlusion
Also known as:
- Conjunctival Disorder
- Eye Disease
- Eye surface problem
- Conjunctiva condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- H119: Unspecified disorder of conjunctiva
Also known as:
- Iris and Ciliary Body Disorder
- Eye Disease
- Iritis
- Cyclitis
- Uveitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H219: Unspecified disorder of iris and ciliary body
Which procedures does Dr. Scott perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nathan Scott 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. Scott's office.
Does Dr. Scott accept my insurance?
Dr. Scott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scott accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Scott in San Diego, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Scott's office located?
What is Dr. Scott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346622586.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scott?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scott
What is Dr. Nathan Scott's specialty?
Dr. Scott is a Ophthalmologist near San Diego, CA. 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. Scott to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nathan Scott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scott is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Ophthalmologist?
Explore Ophthalmologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Nathan Scott accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nathan Scott is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nathan Scott offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scott's office at (305) 243-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nathan Scott?
Please contact Dr. Scott's office at (305) 243-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Ophthalmologist Near San Diego, CA
AC
Glaucoma Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Andrew Camp, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
San Diego, CA
KB
Ophthalmologist
Accepting patientsDr. Kyle Bolo is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
San Diego, CA
DM
Ophthalmologist
Accepting patientsDr. Dario Marangoni, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
San Diego, CA