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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Josef, Retina Specialist in Suffern, NY?
Dr. Jeffrey Josef, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Suffern, NY. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Josef completed his residency at Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology. Dr. Josef is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Josef’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Josef’s office at (845) 357-5777.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Josef?
Dr. Jeffrey Josef, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Josef empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Retinal Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Suffern, NY community, Dr. Josef is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Josef go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology | Montefiore Hosp-Einstein
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny
Is Dr. Josef board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Josef, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Josef speak?
Dr. Josef and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Josef typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Josef 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. Josef. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Other Retinal Disorder
- Changes in Eye Blood Vessels
- Lattice Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal Edema
- Retinal Disorder
- Various Retinal Conditions
- Uncommon Retinal Diseases
- Miscellaneous Retinal Problems
- Retinal Vascular Appearance Changes
- Abnormal Retinal Vessel Look
- Eye Vessel Changes
- Lattice Degeneration
- Retinal Lattice
- Peripheral Retinal Thinning
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3589: Other specified retinal disorders
- H35013: Changes in retinal vascular appearance, bilateral
- H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
- H3581: Retinal edema
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Josef typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Josef 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. Josef. 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:
- Eye Fluid Removal
- Anterior Chamber Paracentesis
- Aqueous Humor Removal
- Eye Pressure Relief Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 65800: Paracentesis of anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); with removal of aqueous
Also known as:
- Laser Vitreous Surgery
- Vitreolysis
- laser eye surgery
- vitreous strand removal
- YAG laser vitreolysis
CPT Codes:
- 67031: Severing of vitreous strands, vitreous face adhesions, sheets, membranes or opacities, laser surgery (1 or more stages)
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
Does Dr. Josef accept my insurance?
Dr. Josef accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 357-5777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Josef accept in Suffern, NY?
Dr. Josef in Suffern, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Josef's office located?
What is Dr. Josef's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Josef's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326249558.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Josef?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Josef
What is Dr. Jeffrey Josef's specialty?
Dr. Josef is a Retina Specialist near Suffern, NY.
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. Jeffrey Josef affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Josef is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Suffern, Ny 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
When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jeffrey Josef accepting new patients in Suffern, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Josef is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Josef offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Josef's office at (845) 357-5777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Josef?
Please contact Dr. Josef's office at (845) 357-5777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Josef have?
Dr. Jeffrey Josef is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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