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Who is Dr. Golchet, Retina Specialist in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Pamela Golchet, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Maria, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Golchet is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Golchet’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Golchet’s office at (805) 925-2637.
Is Dr. Golchet board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Pamela Golchet, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Golchet speak?
Dr. Golchet and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Golchet treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Golchet 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. Golchet. 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 Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Right Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Moderate Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Right Eye
- Advanced Retina Damage Right Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Right Eye
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
- Advanced Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye
- Advanced diabetic eye disease
- Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
- New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
- Moderate Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
- Moderate Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113411: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113412: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
- E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113312: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113211: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113592: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Changes in Eye Blood Vessels
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinal Vascular Appearance Changes
- Abnormal Retinal Vessel Look
- Eye Vessel Changes
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35013: Changes in retinal vascular appearance, bilateral
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Which procedures does Dr. Golchet perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Pamela Golchet 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. Golchet's office.
Does Dr. Golchet accept my insurance?
Dr. Golchet accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 925-2637 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Golchet accept in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Golchet in Santa Maria, 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
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Golchet's office located?
Dr. Pamela Golchet's Primary Practice
910 E Stowell Rd
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 925-2637
Dr. Pamela Golchet's Practice 3
8635 W 3rd St Ste 360W
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 657-2777
What is Dr. Golchet's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Golchet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578774899.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Golchet?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Golchet
What is Dr. Pamela Golchet's specialty?
Dr. Golchet is a Retina Specialist near Santa Maria, CA. 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. Golchet to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pamela Golchet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Golchet is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pamela Golchet accepting new patients in Santa Maria, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pamela Golchet is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pamela Golchet offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Golchet's office at (805) 925-2637 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pamela Golchet?
Please contact Dr. Golchet's office at (805) 925-2637 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pamela Golchet have?
Dr. Pamela Golchet is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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