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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 by the American Board of Ophthalmology. 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 in 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)
- Nonexudative AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353124: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, advanced atrophic with subfoveal involvement
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353114: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, advanced atrophic with subfoveal involvement
- H353113: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, advanced atrophic without subfoveal involvement
- H353134: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, advanced atrophic with subfoveal involvement
- H353123: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, advanced atrophic without subfoveal involvement
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- 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
- Advanced diabetic eye disease
- Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
- New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113592: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
Which procedures does Dr. Thordsen perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Thordsen 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. Thordsen's office.
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
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Gilsbar
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Medicare
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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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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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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