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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gelman, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Rachel Gelman, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. Dr. Gelman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gelman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelman’s office at (956) 305-5795.
What languages does Dr. Gelman speak?
Dr. Gelman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gelman treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Gelman 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. Gelman. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Corneal Swelling
- Keratitis
- Corneal Disorder
- Swollen Cornea
- Corneal Edema
- Fluid in Cornea
- Corneal Inflammation
- Inflamed Cornea
- Eye Surface Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1820: Unspecified corneal edema
- H16143: Punctate keratitis, bilateral
- H18232: Secondary corneal edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Corneal Swelling from Another Condition
- Corneal Disorder
- Secondary Corneal Edema
- Corneal Hydrops
- Swollen Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18231: Secondary corneal edema, right eye
What procedures does Dr. Gelman perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Gelman 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. Gelman. 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Penetrating Corneal Transplant
- Corneal Transplant Surgery
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
- Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
- PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
- Cornea Replacement Surgery
- Penetrating Keratoplasty
- Eye Surface Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
- 65730: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (except in aphakia or pseudophakia)
- 65755: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (in pseudophakia)
Also known as:
- Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye (No Stitches)
- Ocular surface repair with amniotic membrane
- Eye membrane graft
- Sutureless amniotic membrane transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65778: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures
Also known as:
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Eye Surface Reconstruction with Amniotic Membrane
- Conjunctival Reconstruction with Graft
- Amniotic Membrane Transplant (Eye)
- Ocular Surface Repair
- Cornea Reconstruction
- Conjunctivoplasty with Graft
- Eye Surface Reconstruction
- Cul-de-Sac Reconstruction (Eye)
CPT Codes:
- 65780: Ocular surface reconstruction; amniotic membrane transplantation, multiple layers
- 68326: Conjunctivoplasty, reconstruction cul-de-sac; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement
Also known as:
- Secondary Intraocular Lens Implant
- IOL implant (secondary)
- Replacement eye lens surgery
- Artificial lens insertion (secondary)
CPT Codes:
- 66985: Insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (secondary implant), not associated with concurrent cataract removal
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Exchange
- IOL Exchange
- Cataract Lens Replacement (Secondary)
- Replacement of Eye Implant
CPT Codes:
- 66986: Exchange of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Conjunctival Lesion
- Conjunctival Excision
- Eye Lesion Removal
- Pterygium Excision
CPT Codes:
- 68115: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; over 1 cm
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Does Dr. Gelman accept my insurance?
Dr. Gelman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 305-5795 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gelman accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Gelman in McAllen, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gelman's office located?
What is Dr. Gelman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083052658.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gelman
What is Dr. Rachel Gelman's specialty?
Dr. Gelman is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near McAllen, TX. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Gelman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rachel Gelman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gelman is affiliated with DHR Health 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
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Is Rachel Gelman accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Gelman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Gelman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gelman's office at (956) 305-5795 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Gelman?
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