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Dr. Christine Kay, MD

Dr. Christine Kay, MD

Gainesville, FL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kay, Ophthalmologist in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Christine Kay, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kay completed her residency at University Of Florida College Of Medicine. She is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Kay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kay’s office at (352) 371-2800.

    Where did Dr. Kay go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Univ Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Retina/Vitreous Surgery

    • Residency: University Of Florida College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kay board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Kay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Kay speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Kay typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kay 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. Kay. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353230: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, stage unspecified
    • H353210: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, stage unspecified
    • H353220: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, stage unspecified
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Kay typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kay 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. Kay. 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 here.

    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:

    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina

    CPT Codes:

    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
    • 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique

    Also known as:

    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
    • Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
    • Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
    • Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens

    Does Dr. Kay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 371-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kay accept in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Kay in Gainesville, FL 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kay's office located?

    Dr. Christine Kay's Primary Practice

    4340 Newberry Rd Ste 202

    Gainesville, FL 32607

    (352) 371-2800

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    Dr. Christine Kay's Practice 2

    10238 SW 86th Cir Unit 100

    Ocala, FL 34481

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Retina Specialists

    Member

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Fellow

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

    Dr. Kay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881898419.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kay?

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

    What is Dr. Christine Kay's specialty?

    Dr. Kay is a Ophthalmologist near Gainesville, FL.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Christine Kay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kay 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

    When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Ophthalmologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Christine Kay accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Kay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christine Kay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kay's office at (352) 371-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christine Kay?

    Please contact Dr. Kay's office at (352) 371-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Kay have?

    Dr. Christine Kay is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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