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Who is Dr. Sanfilippo, Retina Specialist in Encino, CA?
Dr. Christian Sanfilippo, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Encino, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Sanfilippo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanfilippo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanfilippo’s office at (818) 788-9333.
What languages does Dr. Sanfilippo speak?
Dr. Sanfilippo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sanfilippo treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Sanfilippo 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. Sanfilippo. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
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
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Edema
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H3581: Retinal edema
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
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
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
Also known as:
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Which procedures does Dr. Sanfilippo perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christian Sanfilippo 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. Sanfilippo's office.
Does Dr. Sanfilippo accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanfilippo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 788-9333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanfilippo accept in Encino, CA?
Dr. Sanfilippo in Encino, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sanfilippo's office located?
Dr. Christian Sanfilippo's Primary Practice
16500 Ventura Blvd Ste 250
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 788-9333
What is Dr. Sanfilippo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanfilippo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851653547.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanfilippo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanfilippo
What is Dr. Christian Sanfilippo's specialty?
Dr. Sanfilippo is a Retina Specialist near Encino, CA. 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. Sanfilippo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christian Sanfilippo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sanfilippo 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?
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Is Christian Sanfilippo accepting new patients in Encino, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christian Sanfilippo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Sanfilippo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanfilippo's office at (818) 788-9333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Sanfilippo?
Please contact Dr. Sanfilippo's office at (818) 788-9333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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