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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lippincott, Ophthalmologist in Portland, ME?
Dr. John Lippincott, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lippincott is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lippincott’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lippincott’s office at (207) 773-7034.
What languages does Dr. Lippincott speak?
Dr. Lippincott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lippincott treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lippincott 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. Lippincott. 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
- Macular Hole
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Retinal Hole
- Foveal Hole
- Macular Cyst
- Macular Pseudohole
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, 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:
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Break
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with Tear
- Retinal Tear with Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Separation with Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33001: Unspecified retinal detachment with retinal break, right eye
- H33002: Unspecified retinal detachment with retinal break, left eye
Also known as:
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
Also known as:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33312: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, left eye
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:
- Purulent Endophthalmitis
- Eye Infection
- Bacterial Eye Infection
- Pus in Eye
- Severe Eye Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H44002: Unspecified purulent endophthalmitis, left eye
Also known as:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
- Retinal Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33311: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, right eye
Also known as:
- Displaced intraocular lens
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL displacement
- Slipped artificial lens
- Moved implanted lens
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8522XA: Displacement of intraocular lens, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Lippincott perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lippincott 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. Lippincott. 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:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 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
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
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)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy with Laser Treatment
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Eye Vitreous Removal with Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67039: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with focal endolaser 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. Lippincott accept my insurance?
Dr. Lippincott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 773-7034 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lippincott accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Lippincott in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alstom
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Martin's Point
Medical Center East Health Plan
Medicare
State of Maine
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lippincott's office located?
What is Dr. Lippincott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lippincott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871094110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lippincott?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lippincott
What is Dr. John Lippincott's specialty?
Dr. Lippincott 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. Lippincott to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Lippincott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lippincott is affiliated with MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland, MaineGeneral Medical Center 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 John Lippincott accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. John Lippincott is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Lippincott offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lippincott's office at (207) 773-7034 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Lippincott?
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