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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Onishi, Ophthalmologist in Danville, PA?
Dr. Spencer Onishi, DO is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Danville, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Onishi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Onishi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Onishi’s office at (570) 271-6531.
What languages does Dr. Onishi speak?
Dr. Onishi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Onishi typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Onishi 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. Onishi. 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
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Onishi typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Onishi 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. Onishi. 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:
- 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:
- 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 Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
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)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
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
Also known as:
- Corneal Foreign Body Removal with Slit Lamp
- Eye Foreign Object Removal
- Corneal Rust Ring Removal
- Slit Lamp Foreign Body Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 65222: Removal of foreign body, external eye; corneal, with slit lamp
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Temporal Artery Biopsy or Ligation
- Head Artery Biopsy
- Giant Cell Arteritis Biopsy
- Temporal Artery Tie-Off
CPT Codes:
- 37609: Ligation or biopsy, temporal artery
Does Dr. Onishi accept my insurance?
Dr. Onishi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 271-6531 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Onishi accept in Danville, PA?
Dr. Onishi in Danville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
FMH Benefit Services
Medicare
Other TPA
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Where is Dr. Onishi's office located?
What is Dr. Onishi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Onishi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194119164.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Onishi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Onishi
What is Dr. Spencer Onishi's specialty?
Dr. Onishi is a Ophthalmologist near Danville, PA.
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. Spencer Onishi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Onishi is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Upmc Williamsport, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton 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 Spencer Onishi accepting new patients in Danville, PA?
Yes, Dr. Spencer Onishi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Spencer Onishi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Onishi's office at (570) 271-6531 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Spencer Onishi?
Please contact Dr. Onishi's office at (570) 271-6531 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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