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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Burstein, Glaucoma Specialist in Danbury, CT?
Dr. Eitan Burstein, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Danbury, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Burstein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burstein’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burstein’s office at (203) 791-2020.
What languages does Dr. Burstein speak?
Dr. Burstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Burstein typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Burstein 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. Burstein. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Burstein typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Burstein 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. Burstein. 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:
- 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 Insertion
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Placement
- Glaucoma Implant Surgery
- Eye Pressure Drainage Device
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
Also known as:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
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
Does Dr. Burstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Burstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 791-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burstein accept in Danbury, CT?
Dr. Burstein in Danbury, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centivo
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Burstein's office located?
Dr. Eitan Burstein's Primary Practice
69 Sand Pit Rd Ste 101
Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 791-2020
What is Dr. Burstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558621656.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burstein
What is Dr. Eitan Burstein's specialty?
Dr. Burstein is a Glaucoma Specialist near Danbury, CT.
What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Eitan Burstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burstein is affiliated with Saint Mary's Hospital - Waterbury, Ct, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Uconn Health Waterbury Hospital, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus 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 Eitan Burstein accepting new patients in Danbury, CT?
Yes, Dr. Eitan Burstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eitan Burstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burstein's office at (203) 791-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eitan Burstein?
Please contact Dr. Burstein's office at (203) 791-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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