Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buznego, Ophthalmologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Carlos Buznego, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. He is board certified. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Florida Society of Ophthalmology, Miami Ophthalmology Society, Dade County Medical Association, Florida Medical Association, Florida Independent Physicians Association, American Board of Ophthalmology, Cuban Society of Ophthalmology in Exile, and Missouri Medical Asosciation. Dr. Buznego is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buznego’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buznego’s office at (305) 598-2020.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Buznego?
Dr. Carlos Buznego, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Buznego empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, Laser Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Miami/FL community, Dr. Buznego is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Buznego go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Washington University | Washington University
Is Dr. Buznego board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Buznego, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Buznego speak?
Dr. Buznego and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Buznego treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Buznego 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. Buznego. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, 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:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
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. Buznego perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Buznego 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. Buznego. 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- 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)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Complex Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Device
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Complex Lens Replacement with Drainage Device
- Phacoemulsification with Glaucoma Implant
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
- 66989: 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; with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant (Internal)
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Placement
- Glaucoma Implant Surgery
- Eye Pressure Drainage Device
- Trabecular meshwork stent
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)
- Internal glaucoma drain
- Aqueous humor drainage device
CPT Codes:
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
- 0671T: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device into the trabecular meshwork, without external reservoir, and without concomitant cataract removal, one or more
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:
- Intraocular Lens Exchange
- IOL Exchange
- Cataract Lens Replacement (Secondary)
- Replacement of Eye Implant
CPT Codes:
- 66986: Exchange of intraocular lens
Does Dr. Buznego accept my insurance?
Dr. Buznego accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 598-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buznego accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Buznego in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AvMed Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medica HealthCare
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buznego's office located?
Dr. Carlos Buznego's Primary Practice
8940 N Kendall Dr Ste 400E
Miami, FL 33176
(305) 598-2020
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Carlos Buznego an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Buznego has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Buznego, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Professional Member
Florida Society of Ophthalmology
Professional Member
Miami Ophthalmology Society
Professional Member
Dade County Medical Association
Professional Member
Florida Medical Association
Professional Member
Florida Independent Physicians Association
Professional Member
American Board of Ophthalmology
Professional Member
Cuban Society of Ophthalmology in Exile
Professional Member
Missouri Medical Asosciation
Professional Member
Awards
Secretariat Award State Governmental Affairs
American Academy of Ophthalmology
James Clower MD Community Service Award
Florida Society of Ophthalmology
Young Ophthalmologist of the Year
Curtis Benton JR MD Award from Florida Society of Ophthalmology
What is Dr. Buznego's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buznego's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851512354.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buznego?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buznego
What is Dr. Carlos Buznego's specialty?
Dr. Buznego is a Ophthalmologist near Miami, FL. 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. Buznego to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Carlos Buznego affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buznego is affiliated with Baptist Hospital of Miami which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Carlos Buznego accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Buznego is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Buznego offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buznego's office at (305) 598-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Buznego?
Please contact Dr. Buznego's office at (305) 598-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos Buznego have?
Dr. Carlos Buznego is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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