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Who is Dr. Thordsen, Retina Specialist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. John Thordsen, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Thordsen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thordsen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thordsen’s office at 1978280389.
Where did Dr. Thordsen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ponce Med School
Is Dr. Thordsen board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Thordsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Thordsen speak?
Dr. Thordsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Thordsen treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Thordsen 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. Thordsen. 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)
- Nonexudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353113: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, advanced atrophic without subfoveal involvement
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Thordsen perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Thordsen 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. Thordsen. 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:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair (Laser)
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Laser Retinal Repair
- Photocoagulation for Retina
- Detached Retina Surgery
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
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67105: Repair of retinal detachment, including drainage of subretinal fluid when performed; photocoagulation
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Thordsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Thordsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 1978280389 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thordsen accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Thordsen in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thordsen's office located?
Dr. John Thordsen's Primary Practice
4414 Lake Boone Trl Ste 302
Raleigh, NC 27607
1978280389
What is Dr. Thordsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thordsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073659769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thordsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thordsen
What is Dr. John Thordsen's specialty?
Dr. Thordsen is a Retina Specialist near Raleigh, NC. 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. Thordsen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Thordsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Thordsen 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
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Is John Thordsen accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. John Thordsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Thordsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thordsen's office at 1978280389 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Thordsen?
Please contact Dr. Thordsen's office at 1978280389 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Thordsen have?
Dr. John Thordsen is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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