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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 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Golchet is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Golchet’s practice accepts Medicare 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 as a 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 a Retina Specialist like Dr. Golchet typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
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
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
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
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Golchet typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Golchet 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; 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:
- Eye Fluid Removal and Vitreous Repair
- Anterior chamber paracentesis
- Vitreous removal from eye
- Eye fluid drainage
- Hyaloid membrane discission
CPT Codes:
- 65810: Paracentesis of anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); with removal of vitreous and/or discission of anterior hyaloid membrane, with or without air injection
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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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
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.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Pamela Golchet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Golchet is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lompoc Valley Medical Center. 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
When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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