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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shinder, Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Roman Shinder, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Shinder is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shinder’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shinder’s office at (718) 270-1714.
Where did Dr. Shinder go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine
Is Dr. Shinder board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Roman Shinder, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Shinder speak?
Dr. Shinder and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Shinder treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Shinder 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. Shinder. 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:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Baggy Eyelids
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02421: Myogenic ptosis of right eyelid
- H02422: Myogenic ptosis of left eyelid
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- G245: Blepharospasm
Also known as:
- Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Uncertain Neoplasm
- Growth of Unknown Nature
- Indeterminate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D487: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other specified sites
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Connective Tissue Neoplasm
- Soft Tissue Growth
- Uncertain Soft Tissue Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D4819: Other specified neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Blockage
- Blocked tear duct
- Narrowing of tear drainage tubes
- Tears
- Nasolacrimal duct obstruction
- Tear drainage blockage
- Dacryostenosis
- Tear duct blockage
- Lacrimal canaliculus stenosis
- Blocked tear drainage tubes
- Canalicular obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04223: Epiphora due to insufficient drainage, bilateral
- H04552: Acquired stenosis of left nasolacrimal duct
- H04543: Stenosis of bilateral lacrimal canaliculi
Also known as:
- Benign Soft Tissue Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous soft tissue growth
- Soft tissue mass
- Non-malignant tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D210: Benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue of head, face and neck
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
Also known as:
- Conjunctival Scarring
- Eye Disease
- Eye Surface Scars
- Scar Tissue on Eye
- Conjunctival Fibrosis
- Scar tissue on eye
- Eye surface scarring
- Conjunctival fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11242: Scarring of conjunctiva, left eye
- H11241: Scarring of conjunctiva, right eye
- H11243: Scarring of conjunctiva, bilateral
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Neoplasm
- Soft Tissue Growth
- Uncertain Soft Tissue Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D481: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue
Also known as:
- Protruding Eyes
- Eye Disease
- Bulging Eyes', 'Exophthalmos', 'Grave's Ophthalmopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H05243: Constant exophthalmos, bilateral
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Left Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Left Facial Twitch
- Left Facial Muscle Spasm
- Left Side Facial Tic
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left
Also known as:
- Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Right Facial Twitch
- Involuntary Right Facial Contractions
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right
What procedures does Dr. Shinder perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Shinder 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. Shinder. 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:
- Eye Socket Exploration and Biopsy
- Eye Socket Lesion Removal
- Orbitotomy without bone removal
- Orbital exploration
- Eye socket biopsy
- Orbitotomy with lesion excision
- Kroenlein procedure
- Eye socket tumor removal
CPT Codes:
- 67400: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); for exploration, with or without biopsy
- 67420: Orbitotomy with bone flap or window, lateral approach (eg, Kroenlein); with removal of lesion
Also known as:
- Lower Eyelid Reconstruction
- Eyelid Reconstruction with Flap
- Upper Eyelid Reconstruction (Full Thickness)
- Eyelid Flap Surgery
- Tarsoconjunctival Flap
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Surgery
- Total Eyelid Reconstruction
- Upper Eyelid Repair
CPT Codes:
- 67973: Reconstruction of eyelid, full thickness by transfer of tarsoconjunctival flap from opposing eyelid; total eyelid, lower, 1 stage or first stage
- 67971: Reconstruction of eyelid, full thickness by transfer of tarsoconjunctival flap from opposing eyelid; up to two-thirds of eyelid, 1 stage or first stage
- 67974: Reconstruction of eyelid, full thickness by transfer of tarsoconjunctival flap from opposing eyelid; total eyelid, upper, 1 stage or first stage
Also known as:
- Eyelid Repair (Extensive)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Repair)
- Eyelid Closure Surgery with Tarsal Plate Transposition
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Eyelid Retraction Correction
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Reconstruction
- Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
- Blepharoptosis repair
- Eyelid lift for ptosis
- Frontalis sling for droopy eyelid
- Tarsorrhaphy
- Canthorrhaphy
- Eyelid Adhesion Surgery
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
- Eyelid retraction repair
- Lower eyelid retraction surgery
- Fix pulled back eyelid
CPT Codes:
- 67966: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; over one-fourth of lid margin
- 67901: Repair of blepharoptosis; frontalis muscle technique with suture or other material (eg, banked fascia)
- 67882: Construction of intermarginal adhesions, median tarsorrhaphy, or canthorrhaphy; with transposition of tarsal plate
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
- 67911: Correction of lid retraction
Also known as:
- Probing of Tear Duct
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal duct probing
- Tear duct irrigation
- Blocked tear duct treatment
- Lacrimal duct probing
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68810: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation;
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Fistula Repair
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Eye Removal with Implant
- Lacrimal fistula closure
- Tear duct leak repair
- Eye tear duct surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- Ocular Enucleation
- Artificial Eye Implant
- Eye Prosthesis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 68770: Closure of lacrimal fistula (separate procedure)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 65105: Enucleation of eye; with implant, muscles attached to implant
Also known as:
- Conjunctival Reconstruction with Graft
- Eye Surface Reconstruction with Amniotic Membrane
- Conjunctivoplasty with Graft
- Eye Surface Reconstruction
- Cul-de-Sac Reconstruction (Eye)
- Amniotic Membrane Transplant (Eye)
- Ocular Surface Repair
- Cornea Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 68326: Conjunctivoplasty, reconstruction cul-de-sac; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement
- 65780: Ocular surface reconstruction; amniotic membrane transplantation, multiple layers
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Bypass Surgery (DCR)
- Tear Sac Removal
- Tear Duct Obstruction Removal
- Dacryocystorhinostomy
- Blocked Tear Duct Surgery
- Lacrimal Sac to Nasal Cavity Bypass
- Excision of lacrimal sac
- Dacryocystectomy
- Tear duct sac removal surgery
- Lacrimal Passage Clearance
- Dacryolith Removal
- Tear Duct Stone Removal
- Eye Foreign Body Removal (Tear Duct)
CPT Codes:
- 68720: Dacryocystorhinostomy (fistulization of lacrimal sac to nasal cavity)
- 68520: Excision of lacrimal sac (dacryocystectomy)
- 68530: Removal of foreign body or dacryolith, lacrimal passages
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plastic Repair
- Canaliculi repair
- Lacrimal canaliculus reconstruction
- Tear duct surgery
CPT Codes:
- 68700: Plastic repair of canaliculi
Also known as:
- Eyelid Lift for Droopy Eyelid (Fascial Sling)
- Blepharoptosis Repair (Frontalis Sling)
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery (Autologous Fascia)
- Ptosis Repair with Fascial Sling
CPT Codes:
- 67902: Repair of blepharoptosis; frontalis muscle technique with autologous fascial sling (includes obtaining fascia)
Also known as:
- Drooping Brow Repair
- Brow Lift
- Forehead Lift
- Ptosis Repair (Brow)
CPT Codes:
- 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)
Also known as:
- Forehead Skin Flap Surgery
- Paramedian forehead flap
- Axial pattern flap
- Forehead reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 15731: Forehead flap with preservation of vascular pedicle (eg, axial pattern flap, paramedian forehead flap)
Also known as:
- Midface Flap Reconstruction
- Zygomaticofacial Flap
- Cheek Flap Surgery
- Midface Tissue Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15730: Midface flap (ie, zygomaticofacial flap) with preservation of vascular pedicle(s)
Also known as:
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
- Facial Skin Graft
- Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
- Full Thickness Graft for Face
- Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
CPT Codes:
- 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Total Ethmoid Sinus Removal (External)
- Extranasal Ethmoidectomy
- Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
- External Ethmoidectomy
CPT Codes:
- 31205: Ethmoidectomy; extranasal, total
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Shinder accept my insurance?
Dr. Shinder accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-1714 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shinder accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Shinder in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
Metro Plus
MetroPlus
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shinder's office located?
What is Dr. Shinder's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shinder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659578789.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shinder?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shinder
What is Dr. Roman Shinder's specialty?
Dr. Shinder is a Ophthalmologist near Brooklyn, NY. 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. Shinder to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Roman Shinder affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shinder is affiliated with SUNY Downstate Medical Center (University Hospital of Brooklyn), NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Roman Shinder accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Roman Shinder is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roman Shinder offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shinder's office at (718) 270-1714 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roman Shinder?
Please contact Dr. Shinder's office at (718) 270-1714 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Roman Shinder have?
Dr. Roman Shinder is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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