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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Escuder, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Anna Escuder, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Escuder is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escuder’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escuder’s office at (212) 981-9800.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Escuder?
Dr. Anna Escuder, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Escuder empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Escuder is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Escuder speak?
Dr. Escuder and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Escuder treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Escuder 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. Escuder. 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:
- Outward Hidden Eye Turn
- Esotropia
- Alternating Walleye
- Hidden Inward Eye Turn
- Inward Turning Eye
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Walleye
- Vertical Strabismus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Latent Outward Squint
- Exophoria
- Eye Muscle Imbalance
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Esophoria
- Latent esotropia
- Hidden crossed eyes
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5052: Exophoria
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5051: Esophoria
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
Also known as:
- Nystagmus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Involuntary eye movements
- Dancing eyes
- Oscillating eyes
- Involuntary Eye Shaking
- Dancing Eyes
- Jumping Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5509: Other forms of nystagmus
- H5500: Unspecified nystagmus
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Unequal Vision
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Anisometropia
- Different Eye Prescriptions
- Vision Disparity
- Difficulty Seeing Up Close
- Blurry Near Vision
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H5231: Anisometropia
- H5200: Hypermetropia, unspecified eye
- H5210: Myopia, unspecified eye
- H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Inherited Choroid Disease
- Eye Disease
- Other Genetic Choroid Disorder
- Hereditary Choroid Dystrophy
- Rare Choroid Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3129: Other hereditary choroidal dystrophy
Also known as:
- Optic Nerve Disc Birth Defect
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Birth Defects
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Congenital Optic Disc Anomaly
- Infant Optic Nerve Head Malformation
- Eye Nerve Disc Problem
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q142: Congenital malformation of optic disc
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Escuder perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Escuder 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. Escuder. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Eye Muscle Transposition Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Paretic Extraocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67320: Transposition procedure (eg, for paretic extraocular muscle), any extraocular muscle (specify) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
- Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
CPT Codes:
- 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
Does Dr. Escuder accept my insurance?
Dr. Escuder accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 981-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Escuder accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Escuder in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
MetroPlus
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Escuder's office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
What is Dr. Escuder's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Escuder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790103331.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escuder?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Escuder
What is Dr. Anna Escuder's specialty?
Dr. Escuder is a Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA. 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. Escuder to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Anna Escuder affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Escuder is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch 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 Anna Escuder accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Anna Escuder is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anna Escuder offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Escuder's office at (212) 981-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anna Escuder?
Please contact Dr. Escuder's office at (212) 981-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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