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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schneider, Ophthalmologist in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Alexander Schneider, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Schneider is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schneider’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schneider’s office at (941) 921-5335.
What languages does Dr. Schneider speak?
Dr. Schneider and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schneider treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Schneider 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. Schneider. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- CME
- Macular swelling
- Fluid in the macula
- Nonexudative AMD
- Macular Swelling
- Retinal Edema
- Fluid in Macula
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353134: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, advanced atrophic with subfoveal involvement
- H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
- H353122: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353133: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, advanced atrophic without subfoveal involvement
- H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
- Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33022: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, left eye
What procedures does Dr. Schneider perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Schneider 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. Schneider. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Schneider accept my insurance?
Dr. Schneider accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 921-5335 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schneider accept in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Schneider in Sarasota, FL 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Schneider's office located?
Dr. Alexander Schneider's Primary Practice
3400 Bee Ridge Rd Ste 200
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 921-5335
What is Dr. Schneider's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schneider's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831583046.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schneider?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schneider
What is Dr. Alexander Schneider's specialty?
Dr. Schneider is a Ophthalmologist near Sarasota, FL. 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. Schneider to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Schneider affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schneider is affiliated with HCA Florida Brandon 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 Alexander Schneider accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Schneider is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Schneider offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schneider's office at (941) 921-5335 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Schneider?
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