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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pollard, Ophthalmologist in Portland, ME?
Dr. Margaret Pollard, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Pollard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pollard’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pollard’s office at (207) 774-8277.
What languages does Dr. Pollard speak?
Dr. Pollard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pollard treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Pollard 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. Pollard. 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
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
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:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
Also known as:
- Hereditary Corneal Dystrophies
- Corneal Disorder
- Genetic Corneal Disorders
- Inherited Corneal Conditions
- Familial Eye Dystrophies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18593: Other hereditary corneal dystrophies, bilateral
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Conical cornea
- KC
- Corneal thinning disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18603: Keratoconus, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nerve-Related Eye Inflammation
- Corneal Ulcer
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Nerve Damage Inflammation
- Neurotrophic Keratitis
- Corneal and Conjunctival Nerve Inflammation
- Eye Ulcer
- Open Sore on Cornea
- Corneal Erosion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16233: Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, bilateral
- H16001: Unspecified corneal ulcer, right eye
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H179: Unspecified corneal scar and opacity
Also known as:
- Herpes Eye Infection
- Herpes Simplex
- Herpes Keratitis
- Ocular Herpes
- Corneal Herpes
ICD-10 Codes:
- B0052: Herpesviral keratitis
Also known as:
- Shingles Cornea Infection
- Shingles
- Herpes Zoster Keratitis
- Shingles-related Keratitis
- Cornea Inflammation from Shingles
ICD-10 Codes:
- B0233: Zoster keratitis
Which procedures does Dr. Pollard perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Margaret Pollard may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pollard's office.
Does Dr. Pollard accept my insurance?
Dr. Pollard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 774-8277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pollard accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Pollard in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pollard's office located?
What is Dr. Pollard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pollard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346635026.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pollard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pollard
What is Dr. Margaret Pollard's specialty?
Dr. Pollard is a Ophthalmologist near Portland, ME. 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. Pollard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Margaret Pollard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pollard is affiliated with MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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 Margaret Pollard accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Margaret Pollard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Margaret Pollard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pollard's office at (207) 774-8277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Margaret Pollard?
Please contact Dr. Pollard's office at (207) 774-8277 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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