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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lanza, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Nicole Lanza, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lanza is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lanza’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lanza’s office at (718) 240-5557.
What languages does Dr. Lanza speak?
Dr. Lanza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lanza treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Lanza 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. Lanza. 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
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Visual Distortions
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Metamorphopsia
- Macropsia
- Micropsia
- Distorted vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5315: Visual distortions of shape and size
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 Dr. Lanza perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Lanza 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. Lanza. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
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)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
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
Does Dr. Lanza accept my insurance?
Dr. Lanza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 240-5557 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lanza accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Lanza in Providence, RI 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)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
Transamerica Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lanza's office located?
Dr. Nicole Lanza's Primary Practice
1 Hoppin St Ste 202
Providence, RI 02903
(718) 240-5557
What is Dr. Lanza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lanza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194257873.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lanza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lanza
What is Dr. Nicole Lanza's specialty?
Dr. Lanza is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Providence, RI. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Lanza to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicole Lanza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lanza is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital 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 Nicole Lanza accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Lanza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicole Lanza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lanza's office at (718) 240-5557 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicole Lanza?
Please contact Dr. Lanza's office at (718) 240-5557 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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