Who is Dr. Rutar, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Medford, OR?
Dr. Tina Rutar, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Medford, OR with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified.
Dr. Rutar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rutar’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rutar’s office at (541) 779-2020.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rutar?
Dr. Tina Rutar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rutar empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Amblyopia, Cataract Surgery, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Medford/OR community, Dr. Rutar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Rutar board certified as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Tina Rutar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Rutar speak?
Dr. Rutar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rutar treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Rutar 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. Rutar. 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:
Alternating Crossed Eyes
Inward Turning Eye
Monocular Esotropia
Crossed Eyes
Monocular Exotropia
Alternating Walleye
Eye Movement Disorder
Alternating esotropia
Eyes take turns crossing
Intermittent esotropia
Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
Accommodative Squint
Esotropia
One Eye Turned In
Monocular Convergent Strabismus
Unilateral Esotropia
Convergent strabismus
Inward turning eye
One Eye Turned Out
Monocular Divergent Strabismus
Unilateral Exotropia
Alternating exotropia
Eyes take turns turning out
Intermittent exotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
H5005: Alternating esotropia
H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
H50012: Monocular esotropia, left eye
H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye
H50111: Monocular exotropia, right eye
H5015: Alternating exotropia
Also known as:
Refractive Amblyopia
Amblyopia
Refractive Errors
Lazy eye from refractive error
Anisometropic amblyopia
Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Rutar perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Rutar 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. Rutar. 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
Extracapsular cataract extraction
Phacoemulsification
IOL implantation
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
Also known as:
Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
Complex Strabismus Surgery
Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
Strabismus Repair
Eye Alignment Surgery
Ocular Muscle Adjustment
Ocular Muscle Surgery
Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
Strabismus Correction Surgery
Crossed Eyes Surgery
Wall Eyes Surgery
CPT Codes:
67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
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
Also known as:
Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
YAG Laser Capsulotomy
Posterior Capsulotomy
Secondary Cataract Removal
Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
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
Does Dr. Rutar accept my insurance?
Dr. Rutar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 779-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rutar accept in Medford, OR?
Dr. Rutar in Medford, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Rutar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rutar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861525248.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rutar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rutar
What is Dr. Tina Rutar's specialty?
Dr. Rutar is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Medford, OR.
An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Rutar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tina Rutar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rutar is affiliated with Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center 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 Tina Rutar accepting new patients in Medford, OR?
Yes, Dr. Tina Rutar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tina Rutar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rutar's office at (541) 779-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tina Rutar?
Please contact Dr. Rutar's office at (541) 779-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tina Rutar have?
Dr. Tina Rutar is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.