Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Valdes, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Lianna Valdes, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Valdes completed her residency at SUNY - Upstate University Hospital. Dr. Valdes is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valdes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valdes’s office.
Where did Dr. Valdes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Residency: SUNY - Upstate University Hospital
Medical School: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY
What languages does Dr. Valdes speak?
Dr. Valdes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Valdes treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Valdes 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. Valdes. 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:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
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:
- Acute Iridocyclitis
- Chronic Iridocyclitis
- Iridocyclitis
- Eye Disease
- Acute Uveitis
- Sudden Eye Inflammation
- Iritis
- Chronic Uveitis
- Long-term Eye Inflammation
- Persistent Iritis
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
- Long-term eye inflammation
- Persistent anterior uveitis
- Chronic iritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2000: Unspecified acute and subacute iridocyclitis
- H2013: Chronic iridocyclitis, bilateral
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
- H2012: Chronic iridocyclitis, left eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Shingles in the eye
- Shingles
- Ocular shingles
- Herpes zoster ophthalmicus
- Eye infection from shingles
ICD-10 Codes:
- B0230: Zoster ocular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Herpes Eye Infection
- Herpes Simplex
- Herpes Keratitis
- Ocular Herpes
- Corneal Herpes
ICD-10 Codes:
- B0052: Herpesviral keratitis
Also known as:
- Macular Drusen
- Macular Degeneration
- Retinal Drusen
- Yellow Spots on Retina
- Age-Related Macular Drusen
- Drusen in Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Valdes perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Valdes 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. Valdes. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
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. Valdes accept my insurance?
Dr. Valdes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Valdes accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Valdes in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EyeMed
Fallon Community Health Plan
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Valdes' office located?
What is Dr. Valdes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Valdes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780078279.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valdes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valdes
What is Dr. Lianna Valdes's specialty?
Dr. Valdes 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. Valdes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lianna Valdes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Valdes is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Emerson Health 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 Lianna Valdes accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Lianna Valdes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lianna Valdes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Valdes's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lianna Valdes?
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