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Dr. Sidney Schechet, MD

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Dr. Sidney Schechet, MD

Retina Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schechet, Retina Specialist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Sidney Schechet, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD. He is board certified. Dr. Schechet graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Schechet is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schechet’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schechet’s office at (410) 686-3000.

    Where did Dr. Schechet go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Chicago Department of Ophthalmology

    • Residency: University of Maryland Medical Center

    • Medical School: Yeshiva University in New York | Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Schechet board certified as a Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sidney Schechet, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 2019

    What languages does Dr. Schechet speak?

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

    • English
    • Hebrew

    What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Schechet typically treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Schechet 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. Schechet. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    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

    What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Schechet typically perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Schechet 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. Schechet. 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:

    • 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:

    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina

    CPT Codes:

    • 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

    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:

    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal

    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)

    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

    Does Dr. Schechet accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schechet accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 686-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schechet accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Schechet in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alterwood Health Management

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Schechet's office located?

    Dr. Sidney Schechet's Primary Practice

    9114 Philadelphia Rd Ste 310

    Baltimore, MD 21237

    (410) 686-3000

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 81 reviews

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    Office Experience

    99% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    99% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Sidney Schechet an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Schechet has been rated and reviewed by 81 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Schechet, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Publications

    • Late Onset Retinal Findings and Complications in Untreated Retinopathy of Prematurity, January 2019

    • Reducing Instruments in a Vitrectomy Surgical Tray – Cost Savings and Results, September 2019

    • Repair of Superior Chorioretinal Coloboma-Associated Retinal Detachments, October 2019

    • Bilateral retinal detachments presenting as manifestations of Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada syndrome, October 2019

    • Survey of Musculoskeletal Disorders Among U.S. Ophthalmologists, September 2019

    • Topical Nepafenac 0.1% or 0.3% in Treatment of Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, September 2019

    • Posterior to Anterior Migration of a Large Optic Fragment in a Pseudophakic Eye, June 2019

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

    Dr. Schechet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659714707.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schechet?

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

    What is Dr. Sidney Schechet's specialty?

    Dr. Schechet is a Retina Specialist near Baltimore, MD.

    What does a Retina Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Sidney Schechet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schechet is affiliated with Greater Baltimore Medical Center, The Johns Hopkins 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

    When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Sidney Schechet accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Sidney Schechet is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sidney Schechet offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schechet's office at (410) 686-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sidney Schechet?

    Please contact Dr. Schechet's office at (410) 686-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schechet's office located?

    Dr. Schechet's office is located in Baltimore, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sidney Schechet have?

    Dr. Sidney Schechet is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.