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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wallsh, Ophthalmologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Josh Wallsh, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wallsh is fluent in English, Chinese, and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wallsh’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wallsh’s office at (310) 944-9393.
What languages does Dr. Wallsh speak?
Dr. Wallsh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Wallsh treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Wallsh 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. Wallsh. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Eye gel sticking to the macula
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- VMA
- Macular adhesion
- Vitreous traction
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43823: Vitreomacular adhesion, bilateral
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Degeneration
- CME
- Macular Swelling
- Retinal Edema
- Fluid in Macula
- Macular swelling
- Fluid in the macula
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35353: Cystoid macular degeneration, bilateral
- H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Break
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with Tear
- Retinal Tear with Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33001: Unspecified retinal detachment with retinal break, right eye
What procedures does Dr. Wallsh perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Wallsh 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. Wallsh. 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
- Injection into Eye Capsule
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
- Tenon's Capsule Injection
- Periocular Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
- 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair (Scleral Buckling)
- Retinal Detachment Repair (Laser)
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Scleral Buckling Surgery
- Retinal Reattachment Surgery
- Eye Detachment Repair
- Laser Retinal Repair
- Photocoagulation for Retina
- Detached Retina Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67107: Repair of retinal detachment; scleral buckling (such as lamellar scleral dissection, imbrication or encircling procedure), including, when performed, implant, cryotherapy, photocoagulation, and drainage of subretinal fluid
- 67105: Repair of retinal detachment, including drainage of subretinal fluid when performed; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Wallsh accept my insurance?
Dr. Wallsh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 944-9393 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wallsh accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Wallsh in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Wallsh's office located?
Dr. Josh Wallsh's Primary Practice
4201 Torrance Blvd Ste 220
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 944-9393
What is Dr. Wallsh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wallsh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740634567.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wallsh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wallsh
What is Dr. Josh Wallsh's specialty?
Dr. Wallsh is a Ophthalmologist near Torrance, 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. Wallsh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Josh Wallsh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wallsh is affiliated with PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center 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 Josh Wallsh accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Josh Wallsh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Josh Wallsh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wallsh's office at (310) 944-9393 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Josh Wallsh?
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