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Who is Dr. Silva Alvarez, Ophthalmologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Alvarez Silva Alvarez, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Silva Alvarez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silva Alvarez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silva Alvarez’s office at (212) 677-2000.
What languages does Dr. Silva Alvarez speak?
Dr. Silva Alvarez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Silva Alvarez treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Silva Alvarez 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. Silva Alvarez. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Long-term Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Gradual Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Persistent Narrow-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H402233: Chronic angle-closure glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H402231: Chronic angle-closure glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H402213: Chronic angle-closure glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, 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
What procedures does Dr. Silva Alvarez perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Silva Alvarez 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. Silva Alvarez. 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
- Complex Cataract Surgery with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
- Advanced Cataract Removal
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Endoscopic Cyclophotocoagulation for Cataract
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
- 66987: 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; with endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Placement
- Glaucoma Implant Surgery
- Eye Pressure Drainage Device
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure Surgery
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Cataract surgery
- intraocular lens implantation
- phacoemulsification
- IOL implant
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous 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
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66988: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
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:
- Drug-Eluting Implant in Tear Duct
- Lacrimal Canaliculus Implant
- Tear Duct Drug Implant
- Punctal Implant for Eye Medication
CPT Codes:
- 68841: Insertion of drug-eluting implant, including punctal dilation when performed, into lacrimal canaliculus, each
Also known as:
- Eye Surgery Wound Repair
- Anterior segment wound revision
- Eye wound repair
- Ocular wound revision
CPT Codes:
- 66250: Revision or repair of operative wound of anterior segment, any type, early or late, major or minor procedure
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Laser Treatment (Cyclophotocoagulation)
- Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
- Ciliary body laser
- CPC treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66710: Ciliary body destruction; cyclophotocoagulation, transscleral
Also known as:
- Injection into Eye Capsule
- Tenon's Capsule Injection
- Periocular Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
Does Dr. Silva Alvarez accept my insurance?
Dr. Silva Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 677-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silva Alvarez accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Silva Alvarez in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicare
State of New York
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Silva Alvarez's office located?
Dr. Alvarez Silva Alvarez's Primary Practice
218 2nd Ave Ste 402
New York, NY 10003
(212) 677-2000
What is Dr. Silva Alvarez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silva Alvarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912362708.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silva Alvarez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silva Alvarez
What is Dr. Alvarez Silva Alvarez's specialty?
Dr. Silva Alvarez is a Ophthalmologist near New York, NY. 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. Silva Alvarez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alvarez Silva Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silva Alvarez is affiliated with New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital 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 Alvarez Silva Alvarez accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez Silva Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvarez Silva Alvarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silva Alvarez's office at (212) 677-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvarez Silva Alvarez?
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