Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saidel, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Healdsburg, CA?
Dr. Michael Saidel, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Healdsburg, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Saidel completed his residency at Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, Eye Bank Association of America, H. Bruce Ostler Association of Proctor s, Internet Ophthalmology Society, Paton Society, and Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society. Dr. Saidel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saidel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saidel’s office at (707) 588-7939.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Saidel?
Dr. Michael Saidel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cornea and External Diseases Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Saidel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, LASIK Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Healdsburg/CA community, Dr. Saidel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Saidel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Saidel board certified as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Saidel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Saidel speak?
Dr. Saidel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Saidel treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Saidel 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. Saidel. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
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
What procedures does Dr. Saidel perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Saidel 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. Saidel. 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Cataract Removal by Phacoemulsification
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
- Lens Material Removal
- Cataract Surgery (Phaco)
- Ultrasonic Cataract Removal
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
- 66850: Removal of lens material; phacofragmentation technique (mechanical or ultrasonic) (eg, phacoemulsification), with aspiration
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
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)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
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
Also known as:
- Chalazion Removal
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
Also known as:
- Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
- Trichiasis Epilation
- Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
- Ingrown Eyelash Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only
Also known as:
- Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye (No Stitches)
- Ocular surface repair with amniotic membrane
- Eye membrane graft
- Sutureless amniotic membrane transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65778: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures
Also known as:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Also known as:
- Foreign Body Removal from Eye Surface
- Eye Foreign Object Removal
- Conjunctival Foreign Body Excision
- Scleral Foreign Body Removal
CPT Codes:
- 65210: Removal of foreign body, external eye; conjunctival embedded (includes concretions), subconjunctival, or scleral nonperforating
Also known as:
- Corneal Epithelium Removal
- Corneal Abrasion
- Corneal Curettage
- Eye Surface Scraping
CPT Codes:
- 65435: Removal of corneal epithelium; with or without chemocauterization (abrasion, curettage)
Also known as:
- Cornea Surface Cell Removal with Chelating Agent
- Corneal debridement with EDTA
- Removal of corneal surface cells
- Eye surface treatment
CPT Codes:
- 65436: Removal of corneal epithelium; with application of chelating agent (eg, EDTA)
Also known as:
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Facial Lesion Excision
- Ear Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Lesion Surgery
- Lip Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11440: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Does Dr. Saidel accept my insurance?
Dr. Saidel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 588-7939 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saidel accept in Healdsburg, CA?
Dr. Saidel in Healdsburg, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Presbyterian Health Plan
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Saidel's office located?
Dr. Michael Saidel's Primary Practice
1310 Prentice Dr Ste F
Healdsburg, CA 95448
(707) 588-7939
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Member
American Board of Ophthalmology
Member
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Member
Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
Member
Eye Bank Association of America
Member
H. Bruce Ostler Association of Proctor s
Fellow
Internet Ophthalmology Society
Member
Paton Society
Member
Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society
Member
What is Dr. Saidel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saidel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184780330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saidel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saidel
What is Dr. Michael Saidel's specialty?
Dr. Saidel is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Healdsburg, CA. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Saidel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Saidel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saidel is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Providence Saint John's Health Center 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 Michael Saidel accepting new patients in Healdsburg, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Saidel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Saidel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saidel's office at (707) 588-7939 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Saidel?
Please contact Dr. Saidel's office at (707) 588-7939 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Saidel have?
Dr. Michael Saidel is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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