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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mortensen, Neuro-ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Peter Mortensen, MD is a Neuro-ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mortensen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mortensen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mortensen’s office at (713) 441-8843.
What languages does Dr. Mortensen speak?
Dr. Mortensen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mortensen treat?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Mortensen 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. Mortensen. 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:
- Optic Nerve Inflammation
- Optic Neuritis
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Swollen Optic Nerve
- Inflamed Optic Nerve
- Inflammation of Optic Nerve
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
- H468: Other optic neuritis
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
Also known as:
- Localized Blind Spot
- Double Vision
- Visual Distortions
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Localized Visual Field Loss
- Specific Blind Spot
- Patchy Vision Loss
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Metamorphopsia
- Macropsia
- Micropsia
- Distorted vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53453: Other localized visual field defect, bilateral
- H532: Diplopia
- H5315: Visual distortions of shape and size
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Mortensen perform as a Neuro-ophthalmologist?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Mortensen 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. Mortensen's office.
Does Dr. Mortensen accept my insurance?
Dr. Mortensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 441-8843 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mortensen accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Mortensen in Pittsburgh, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Bowling Green State University
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Mortensen's office located?
Dr. Peter Mortensen's Primary Practice
3380 Blvd of the Allies Ste 1
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(713) 441-8843
What is Dr. Mortensen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mortensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376907840.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mortensen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mortensen
What is Dr. Peter Mortensen's specialty?
Dr. Mortensen is a Neuro-ophthalmologist near Pittsburgh, PA. A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist in ophthalmology who evaluates, treats, and studies disorders related to the eye, orbit, and nervous system, particularly concerning the interactions between the visual motor and visual sensory systems and the central nervous system. These specialists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders. Contact Dr. Mortensen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peter Mortensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mortensen is affiliated with UPMC Washington, Butler Memorial Hospital, Meadville Medical Center, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, UPMC Passavant-McCandless, Heritage Valley Beaver 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
Where can I learn more about Neuro-ophthalmologist?
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Is Peter Mortensen accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Mortensen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Mortensen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mortensen's office at (713) 441-8843 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Mortensen?
Please contact Dr. Mortensen's office at (713) 441-8843 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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