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Dr. Christina Scelfo, MD
Hawthorne, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scelfo, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Hawthorne, NY?
Dr. Christina Scelfo, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Hawthorne, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Scelfo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scelfo’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scelfo’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Scelfo?
Dr. Christina Scelfo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus 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. Scelfo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus-Adult & Pediatric, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Hawthorne/NY community, Dr. Scelfo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Scelfo speak?
Dr. Scelfo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Scelfo treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Scelfo 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. Scelfo. 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:
- Outward Hidden Eye Turn
- Hidden Inward Eye Turn
- Alternating Walleye
- Esotropia
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Inward Turning Eye
- Walleye
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Latent Outward Squint
- Exophoria
- Eye Muscle Imbalance
- Esophoria
- Latent esotropia
- Hidden crossed eyes
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5052: Exophoria
- H5051: Esophoria
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Farsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nystagmus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Involuntary eye movements
- Dancing eyes
- Oscillating eyes
- Involuntary Eye Shaking
- Dancing Eyes
- Jumping Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5509: Other forms of nystagmus
- H5500: Unspecified nystagmus
Also known as:
- Optic Nerve Disc Birth Defect
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Birth Defects
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Congenital Optic Disc Anomaly
- Infant Optic Nerve Head Malformation
- Eye Nerve Disc Problem
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q142: Congenital malformation of optic disc
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
Also known as:
- Other Inherited Choroid Disease
- Eye Disease
- Other Genetic Choroid Disorder
- Hereditary Choroid Dystrophy
- Rare Choroid Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3129: Other hereditary choroidal dystrophy
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Atopic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1013: Acute atopic conjunctivitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Amblyopia
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, 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:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Scelfo perform as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christina Scelfo 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. Scelfo's office.
Does Dr. Scelfo accept my insurance?
Dr. Scelfo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scelfo accept in Hawthorne, NY?
Dr. Scelfo in Hawthorne, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
MetroPlus
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Scelfo's office located?
Dr. Christina Scelfo's Primary Practice
40 Saw Mill River Rd
Hawthorne, NY 10532
(617) 355-6000
What is Dr. Scelfo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scelfo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548655061.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scelfo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scelfo
What is Dr. Christina Scelfo's specialty?
Dr. Scelfo is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Hawthorne, NY. An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Scelfo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christina Scelfo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scelfo is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 Christina Scelfo accepting new patients in Hawthorne, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christina Scelfo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Scelfo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scelfo's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Scelfo?
Please contact Dr. Scelfo's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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