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Dr. Julio Ortiz, MD

Ophthalmologist

Miami, FL

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ortiz, Ophthalmologist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Julio Ortiz, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Ortiz graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at EMORY HEALTHCARE. Dr. Ortiz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortiz’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortiz’s office at (305) 220-2626.
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    Where did Dr. Ortiz go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: EMORY HEALTHCARE

    • Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ortiz speak?

    Dr. Ortiz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Ortiz typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ortiz 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. Ortiz. 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
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Long-term Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Gradual Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Persistent Narrow-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H402232: Chronic angle-closure glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate 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:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Drusen
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
    • Retinal Drusen
    • Yellow Spots on Retina
    • Age-Related Macular Drusen
    • Drusen in Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
    • H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, 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. Ortiz typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ortiz 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. Ortiz. 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 Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
    • 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. Ortiz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ortiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 220-2626 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ortiz accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Ortiz in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • CMS

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Medicare

    • Oxford Health Plans

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ortiz's office located?

    Dr. Julio Ortiz's Primary Practice

    11760 SW 40th St Ste 120

    Miami, FL 33175

    (305) 220-2626

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    What is Dr. Ortiz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ortiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366590101.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortiz?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ortiz

    What is Dr. Julio Ortiz's specialty?

    Dr. Ortiz is an Ophthalmologist near Miami, FL.

    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 Dr. Julio Ortiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ortiz is affiliated with Hca Florida Kendall Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Julio Ortiz accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Julio Ortiz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Julio Ortiz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ortiz's office at (305) 220-2626 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Julio Ortiz?

    Please contact Dr. Ortiz's office at (305) 220-2626 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ortiz's office located?

    Dr. Ortiz's office is located in Miami, FL.