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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Szelog, Ophthalmologist in Portsmouth, NH?
Dr. Jason Szelog, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, NH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Szelog is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szelog’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szelog’s office at (603) 436-1773.
What languages does Dr. Szelog speak?
Dr. Szelog and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Szelog treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Szelog 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. Szelog. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Nonexudative AMD
- CME
- Macular swelling
- Fluid in the macula
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353122: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353123: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, advanced atrophic without subfoveal involvement
- H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
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
Also known as:
- Benign Choroid Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Eye Disease
- Non-cancerous choroid growth
- Benign choroidal neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3132: Benign neoplasm of left choroid
What procedures does Dr. Szelog perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Szelog 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. Szelog. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
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:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
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. Szelog accept my insurance?
Dr. Szelog accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 436-1773 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Szelog accept in Portsmouth, NH?
Dr. Szelog in Portsmouth, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alstom
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Department of Defense / Tricare
Employer Direct Healthcare
HealthComp
Martin's Point
Medicare
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Szelog's office located?
Dr. Jason Szelog's Primary Practice
155 Borthwick Ave Ste 200E
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 436-1773
What is Dr. Szelog's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szelog's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366936882.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szelog?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szelog
What is Dr. Jason Szelog's specialty?
Dr. Szelog is a Ophthalmologist near Portsmouth, NH. 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. Contact Dr. Szelog to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jason Szelog affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Szelog is affiliated with York Hospital, Portsmouth Regional Hospital, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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 Jason Szelog accepting new patients in Portsmouth, NH?
Yes, Dr. Jason Szelog is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jason Szelog offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Szelog's office at (603) 436-1773 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jason Szelog?
Please contact Dr. Szelog's office at (603) 436-1773 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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