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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Katz, Retina Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Matthew Katz, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Katz graduated from Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Katz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katz’s office at (615) 341-4227.
Where did Dr. Katz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
What languages does Dr. Katz speak?
Dr. Katz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Katz typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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:
- 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:
- 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
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Katz typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Does Dr. Katz accept my insurance?
Dr. Katz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 341-4227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Katz accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Katz in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Katz's office located?
What is Dr. Katz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487978359.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Katz
What is Dr. Matthew Katz's specialty?
Dr. Katz is a Retina Specialist near Nashville, TN.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Matthew Katz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Katz is affiliated with Nashville General Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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
When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Matthew Katz accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Katz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Katz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (615) 341-4227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Katz?
Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (615) 341-4227 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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