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Dr. Josh Wallsh, MD

Torrance, CA

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 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wallsh is fluent in English, Chinese, and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wallsh’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Wallsh typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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
    • 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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Eye gel sticking to the macula
    • Eye Disease
    • VMA
    • Macular adhesion
    • Vitreous traction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43823: Vitreomacular adhesion, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Wallsh typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina

    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

    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

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthSmart

    • Medicare

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • Unknown

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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

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    Dr. Josh Wallsh's Practice 2

    3916 S Broadway

    Los Angeles, CA 90037

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    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.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    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, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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?

    Please contact Dr. Wallsh's office at (310) 944-9393 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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