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Dr. James Murphy, MD

Hamden, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Murphy, Ophthalmologist in Hamden, CT?

    Dr. James Murphy, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Hamden, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Murphy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murphy’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murphy’s office at (203) 248-6365.

    What languages does Dr. Murphy speak?

    Dr. Murphy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Murphy treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Murphy 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. Murphy. 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
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Other Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Other Senile Cataract
    • Uncommon Age-Related Cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H2589: Other age-related cataract

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
    • H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
    • H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
    • H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    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

    Does Dr. Murphy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Murphy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 248-6365 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Murphy accept in Hamden, CT?

    Dr. Murphy in Hamden, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CarePartners of Connecticut

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Murphy's office located?

    Dr. James Murphy's Primary Practice

    2880 Old Dixwell Ave

    Hamden, CT 06518

    (203) 248-6365

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    Dr. James Murphy's Practice 2

    249 W Main St

    Branford, CT 06405

    (203) 483-2000

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    Dr. James Murphy's Practice 3

    535 Saybrook Rd

    Middletown, CT 06457

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    What is Dr. Murphy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Murphy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558653014.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murphy?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Murphy

    What is Dr. James Murphy's specialty?

    Dr. Murphy is a Ophthalmologist near Hamden, CT. 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. Contact Dr. Murphy to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Murphy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Murphy is affiliated with Hartford Hospital 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 James Murphy accepting new patients in Hamden, CT?

    Yes, Dr. James Murphy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Murphy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Murphy's office at (203) 248-6365 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Murphy?

    Please contact Dr. Murphy's office at (203) 248-6365 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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