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Who is Dr. Patel, Retina Specialist in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Amar Patel, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Tyler, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (903) 597-4644.
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Patel treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Patel 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. Patel. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Hole
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Macular Cyst
- Foveal Hole
- Retinal Hole
- Macular Pseudohole
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye
- H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, left eye
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353134: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, advanced atrophic with subfoveal involvement
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Total Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment with Break
- Retinal Detachment
- Complete Retinal Detachment
- Fully Detached Retina
- Extensive Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with Tear
- Retinal Separation with Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33052: Total retinal detachment, left eye
- H33002: Unspecified retinal detachment with retinal break, left eye
- H33051: Total retinal detachment, right eye
Also known as:
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Advanced Eye Damage and Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 1 Proliferative Retinopathy
- Type 1 Diabetic Macular Edema
- Type 1 Diabetes Eye Swelling
- Advanced Diabetic Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- E103513: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amar Patel 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. Patel's office.
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 597-4644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Patel in Tyler, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Christus Health Plan
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
UPREHS (Union Pacific Railroad Employees Health Systems)
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
What is Dr. Patel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871882449.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patel
What is Dr. Amar Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Retina Specialist near Tyler, TX. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amar Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Amar Patel accepting new patients in Tyler, TX?
Yes, Dr. Amar Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amar Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (903) 597-4644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amar Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (903) 597-4644 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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