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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Avallone, Ophthalmologist in Coronado, CA?
Dr. Thomas Avallone, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Coronado, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Avallone is fluent in English, Arabic, Persian, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avallone’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avallone’s office at (619) 435-8800.
What languages does Dr. Avallone speak?
Dr. Avallone and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Persian
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Avallone treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Avallone 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. Avallone. 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
- Ocular Hypertension
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Preglaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Avallone perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Avallone 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. Avallone. 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:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure Surgery
- Cataract surgery
- intraocular lens implantation
- phacoemulsification
- IOL implant
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery
- 66988: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
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
Also known as:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Laser Treatment (Cyclophotocoagulation)
- Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
- Ciliary body laser
- CPC treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66710: Ciliary body destruction; cyclophotocoagulation, transscleral
Also known as:
- Eye Injection (Anterior Chamber)
- Injection into front of eye
- Anterior chamber injection
- Ocular injection
CPT Codes:
- 66020: Injection, anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); air or liquid
Does Dr. Avallone accept my insurance?
Dr. Avallone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 435-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avallone accept in Coronado, CA?
Dr. Avallone in Coronado, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Avallone's office located?
What is Dr. Avallone's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avallone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679865950.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avallone?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avallone
What is Dr. Thomas Avallone's specialty?
Dr. Avallone is a Ophthalmologist near Coronado, CA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Avallone to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Avallone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Avallone is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Thomas Avallone accepting new patients in Coronado, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Avallone is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Avallone offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avallone's office at (619) 435-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Avallone?
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