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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schulte, Glaucoma Specialist in Arcadia, CA?
Dr. Alexandra Schulte, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Arcadia, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Schulte is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schulte’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schulte’s office at (310) 825-5000.
What languages does Dr. Schulte speak?
Dr. Schulte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schulte treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Schulte 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. Schulte. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- High eye pressure
- Optic nerve damage
- Ocular hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H409: Unspecified glaucoma
- H401120: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, stage unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Schulte perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Schulte 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. Schulte. 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:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Glaucoma Surgery for Scarred Eye (Trabeculectomy)
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
- Trabeculectomy with antifibrotic agents
- Glaucoma drainage surgery
- Eye pressure surgery with scarring
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
- 66172: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo with scarring from previous ocular surgery or trauma (includes injection of antifibrotic agents)
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
- 65820: Goniotomy
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Schulte accept my insurance?
Dr. Schulte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schulte accept in Arcadia, CA?
Dr. Schulte in Arcadia, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schulte's office located?
Dr. Alexandra Schulte's Primary Practice
622 W Duarte Rd Ste 101
Arcadia, CA 91007
(310) 825-5000
What is Dr. Schulte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schulte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235695412.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schulte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schulte
What is Dr. Alexandra Schulte's specialty?
Dr. Schulte is a Glaucoma Specialist near Arcadia, CA. An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions. Contact Dr. Schulte to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexandra Schulte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schulte is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, PIH Health Good Samaritan 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 Alexandra Schulte accepting new patients in Arcadia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Schulte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandra Schulte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schulte's office at (310) 825-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandra Schulte?
Please contact Dr. Schulte's office at (310) 825-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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