Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. De La Torre, Ophthalmologist in El Paso, TX?
Where did Dr. De La Torre go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Central University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine | Universidad Central Del Caribe
Is Dr. De La Torre board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Javier De La Torre, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. De La Torre speak?
Dr. De La Torre and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. De La Torre typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. De La Torre 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. De La Torre. 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
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
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
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
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:
- Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
- Chalazion
- Eyelid Disorder
- Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
- Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
- Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid
- Meibomian cyst
- Eyelid cyst
- Stye-like bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid
- H0014: Chalazion left upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Cone-shaped Cornea
- Corneal Thinning Disorder
- Bulging Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18613: Keratoconus, stable, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. De La Torre typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. De La Torre 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. De La Torre. 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft
- Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
- Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
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)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
Also known as:
- Chalazion Removal
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. De La Torre accept my insurance?
Dr. De La Torre accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 595-4375 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De La Torre accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. De La Torre in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
El Paso County Hospital District
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. De La Torre's office located?
Dr. Javier De La Torre's Primary Practice
1400 Common Dr
El Paso, TX 79936
(915) 595-4375
What hospitals are Dr. De La Torre affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. De La Torre has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. De La Torre's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De La Torre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821147778.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De La Torre?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De La Torre