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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sheils, Ophthalmologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Catherine Sheils, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sheils is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheils’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheils’s office at (858) 450-1010.
What languages does Dr. Sheils speak?
Dr. Sheils and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Sheils typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sheils 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. Sheils. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- 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
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Sheils typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sheils 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. Sheils. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 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:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
- Aqueous Shunt Placement
- Glaucoma Implant Surgery
- Eye Pressure Drainage Device
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
- 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
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. Sheils accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheils accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 450-1010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheils accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Sheils in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sheils' office located?
Dr. Catherine Sheils' Primary Practice
5330 Carroll Canyon Rd Ste 210
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 450-1010
What is Dr. Sheils's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheils's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932605649.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheils?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheils
What is Dr. Catherine Sheils's specialty?
Dr. Sheils is a Ophthalmologist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Catherine Sheils affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheils is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 Catherine Sheils accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Sheils is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Catherine Sheils offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheils's office at (858) 450-1010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Catherine Sheils?
Please contact Dr. Sheils's office at (858) 450-1010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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