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Dr. James Martel, MD

Dr. James Martel, MD

Rancho Cordova, CA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Martel, Ophthalmologist in Rancho Cordova, CA?

    Dr. James Martel, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Rancho Cordova, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Martel graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at John Hopkins. Dr. Martel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Martel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Martel’s office at (916) 635-6161.

    Where did Dr. Martel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: John Hopkins | University of Colorado Program A

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    What languages does Dr. Martel speak?

    Dr. Martel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Martel treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Martel 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. Martel. 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:

    • Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Keratitis
    • Punctate Keratitis
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Dry Eye Disease
    • Chronic Dry Eye
    • Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
    • Corneal Inflammation
    • Inflamed Cornea
    • Eye Surface Inflammation
    • Superficial punctate keratitis
    • SPK
    • Corneal inflammation with dots
    • Dot-like keratitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
    • H16143: Punctate keratitis, bilateral
    • H16141: Punctate keratitis, right eye
    • H16142: Punctate keratitis, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Eye Pain in Left Eye
    • Eye Pain in Right Eye
    • Eye Pain in Both Eyes
    • Eye Disease
    • Pain
    • Ocular pain left eye
    • Sore left eye
    • Left eye ache
    • Ocular pain right eye
    • Sore right eye
    • Right eye ache
    • Bilateral Eye Discomfort
    • Pain in Both Eyes
    • Ocular Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5712: Ocular pain, left eye
    • H5711: Ocular pain, right eye
    • H5713: Ocular pain, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11319: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy without macular edema
    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Edema
    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Swelling of the Retina
    • Fluid in Retina
    • Macular Edema
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3581: Retinal edema
    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Face
    • Cellulitis
    • Facial Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Face Infection
    • Spreading Face Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03211: Cellulitis of face

    What procedures does Dr. Martel perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Martel 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. Martel. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
    • Trichiasis Epilation
    • Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
    • Ingrown Eyelash Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion Removal
    • Eyelid Lesion Removal
    • Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Meibomian Cyst Removal
    • Eyelid growth removal
    • Eyelid bump excision
    • Eyelid skin lesion surgery
    • Droopy Eyelid Surgery
    • Upper Eyelid Reduction
    • Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
    • 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
    • 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid

    Does Dr. Martel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Martel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 635-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Martel accept in Rancho Cordova, CA?

    Dr. Martel in Rancho Cordova, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Martel's office located?

    Dr. James Martel's Primary Practice

    11216 Trinity River Dr

    Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

    (916) 635-6161

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    Dr. James Martel's Practice 2

    650 Howe Ave Ste 830

    Sacramento, CA 95825

    (916) 564-9990

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    What is Dr. Martel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Martel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851312300.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Martel?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Martel

    What is Dr. James Martel's specialty?

    Dr. Martel is a Ophthalmologist near Rancho Cordova, CA. 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. Martel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Martel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Martel is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Mercy General Hospital, UC Davis Medical Center, Sutter Auburn Faith 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 James Martel accepting new patients in Rancho Cordova, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Martel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Martel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Martel's office at (916) 635-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Martel?

    Please contact Dr. Martel's office at (916) 635-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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