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Who is Dr. Soares, Retina Specialist in Springfield, MA?
Dr. Rebecca Soares, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Soares is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Soares’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Soares’s office at (215) 928-3130.
What languages does Dr. Soares speak?
Dr. Soares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Soares treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Soares 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. Soares. 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
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
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
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
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:
- 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:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33312: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, left eye
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
- Retinal Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33311: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, right eye
Which procedures does Dr. Soares perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rebecca Soares 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. Soares' office.
Does Dr. Soares accept my insurance?
Dr. Soares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 928-3130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Soares accept in Springfield, MA?
Dr. Soares in Springfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health New England
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Soares' office located?
Dr. Rebecca Soares' Primary Practice
3640 Main St Ste 201
Springfield, MA 01107
(215) 928-3130
What is Dr. Soares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Soares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811346414.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Soares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Soares
What is Dr. Rebecca Soares's specialty?
Dr. Soares is a Retina Specialist near Springfield, MA. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Soares to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rebecca Soares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Soares is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Rebecca Soares accepting new patients in Springfield, MA?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Soares is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rebecca Soares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Soares's office at (215) 928-3130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rebecca Soares?
Please contact Dr. Soares's office at (215) 928-3130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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