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Dr. Erol Verter, MD

Hamden, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Verter, Ophthalmologist in Hamden, CT?

    Dr. Erol Verter, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Hamden, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Verter is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Verter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Verter’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Verter speak?

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

    • English

    • Turkish

    What conditions does Dr. Verter treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Verter 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. Verter. 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)
    • 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
    • H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Lattice Retinal Degeneration
    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Lattice Degeneration
    • Retinal Lattice
    • Peripheral Retinal Thinning
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H35412: Lattice degeneration of retina, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye

    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
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    What procedures does Dr. Verter perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Verter 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. Verter. 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:

    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
    • 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)

    Also known as:

    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
    • 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Eye Fluid Removal
    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Anterior Chamber Paracentesis
    • Aqueous Humor Removal
    • Eye Pressure Relief Procedure
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 65800: Paracentesis of anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); with removal of aqueous
    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Exchange
    • IOL Exchange
    • Cataract Lens Replacement (Secondary)
    • Replacement of Eye Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 66986: Exchange of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
    • Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
    • Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
    • Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Gas Injection
    • Pneumatic Retinopexy
    • Gas Bubble for Retinal Detachment
    • Retina Reattachment Surgery
    • Eye Detachment Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 67110: Repair of retinal detachment; by injection of air or other gas (eg, pneumatic retinopexy)

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Intraocular Lens Implant
    • IOL implant (secondary)
    • Replacement eye lens surgery
    • Artificial lens insertion (secondary)

    CPT Codes:

    • 66985: Insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (secondary implant), not associated with concurrent cataract removal

    Does Dr. Verter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Verter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Verter accept in Hamden, CT?

    Dr. Verter in Hamden, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Verter's office located?

    Dr. Erol Verter's Primary Practice

    2200 Whitney Ave Ste 300

    Hamden, CT 06518

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    Dr. Erol Verter's Practice 2

    158 State St

    Meriden, CT 06450

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    Dr. Erol Verter's Practice 3

    162 Kings Hwy N

    Westport, CT 06880

    (203) 222-7474

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

    Dr. Verter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548610454.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Verter?

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

    What is Dr. Erol Verter's specialty?

    Dr. Verter is a Ophthalmologist near Hamden, CT. 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. Verter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Erol Verter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Verter is affiliated with Danbury Hospital, Stamford Hospital, Greenwich Hospital 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 Erol Verter accepting new patients in Hamden, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Erol Verter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erol Verter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Verter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erol Verter?

    Please contact Dr. Verter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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