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Who is Dr. Koretz, Ophthalmologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Zachary Koretz, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Koretz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koretz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koretz’s office at (800) 926-8273.
What languages does Dr. Koretz speak?
Dr. Koretz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Koretz treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Koretz 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. Koretz. 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:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye gel sticking to the macula
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
- VMA
- Macular adhesion
- Vitreous traction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43823: Vitreomacular adhesion, bilateral
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- 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
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113553: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Single Break
- Serous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment with Break
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with One Tear
- Single Break Retinal Detachment
- Fluid Retinal Detachment
- Exudative Retinal Detachment
- Non-Rhegmatogenous Detachment
- Detached Retina with Tear
- Retinal Tear with Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye
- H3322: Serous retinal detachment, left eye
- H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
- H33001: Unspecified retinal detachment with retinal break, right eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Hole
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Macular Cyst
- Foveal Hole
- Retinal Hole
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Which procedures does Dr. Koretz perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Zachary Koretz 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. Koretz's office.
Does Dr. Koretz accept my insurance?
Dr. Koretz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koretz accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Koretz in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Assurant
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareSource
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Koretz's office located?
What is Dr. Koretz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koretz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487157269.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koretz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koretz
What is Dr. Zachary Koretz's specialty?
Dr. Koretz is a Ophthalmologist near San Diego, CA. 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. Koretz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Zachary Koretz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Koretz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Zachary Koretz accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Zachary Koretz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zachary Koretz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koretz's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zachary Koretz?
Please contact Dr. Koretz's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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