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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silva Alvarez, Ophthalmologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Luis Silva Alvarez, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. 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 a 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:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure 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:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H402233: Chronic angle-closure glaucoma, bilateral, severe 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
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, 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:
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
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
Which procedures does Dr. Silva Alvarez perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Luis Silva Alvarez 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. Silva Alvarez's office.
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
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Silva Alvarez's office located?
Dr. Luis 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. Luis 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. Luis Silva Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silva Alvarez 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 Luis Silva Alvarez accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Luis Silva Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis 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 Luis Silva Alvarez?
Please contact Dr. Silva Alvarez's office at (212) 677-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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