SH
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hobbs, Retina Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Samuel Hobbs, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hobbs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hobbs’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hobbs’s office at (210) 292-6030.
What languages does Dr. Hobbs speak?
Dr. Hobbs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hobbs treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Hobbs 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. Hobbs. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Moderate Diabetic Eye Disease (Left Eye)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Moderate Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Left Eye
- Moderate Retina Damage Left Eye
- Diabetic Retinopathy Left Eye
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113292: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113393: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113392: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
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
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Serous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment
- Fluid Retinal Detachment
- Exudative Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
Which procedures does Dr. Hobbs perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Samuel Hobbs may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hobbs' office.
Does Dr. Hobbs accept my insurance?
Dr. Hobbs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 292-6030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hobbs accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Hobbs in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Hobbs' office located?
Dr. Samuel Hobbs' Primary Practice
4411 The 25 Way NE Ste 325
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(210) 292-6030
What is Dr. Hobbs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hobbs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649710062.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hobbs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hobbs
What is Dr. Samuel Hobbs's specialty?
Dr. Hobbs is a Retina Specialist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Hobbs to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samuel Hobbs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hobbs 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
Explore Retina Specialist with 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 Samuel Hobbs accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Hobbs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Hobbs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hobbs's office at (210) 292-6030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Hobbs?
Please contact Dr. Hobbs's office at (210) 292-6030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Retina Specialist Near Albuquerque, NM
CC
Ophthalmologist
Accepting patientsDr. Christine Clavell, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Albuquerque, NM
JO
Retina Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Jamie Odden is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Albuquerque, NM
Accepting patientsDr. Joaquin Tosi, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Albuquerque, NM