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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Major, Ophthalmologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. James Major, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Major graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Major is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Major’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Major’s office.
Where did Dr. Major go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Major board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. James Major, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Major speak?
Dr. Major and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Major treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Major 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. Major. 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 with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- 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
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
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Major perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Major 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. Major. 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 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 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
Does Dr. Major accept my insurance?
Dr. Major accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Major accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Major in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Group Administrators Ltd
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Major's office located?
What is Dr. Major's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Major's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700076783.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Major?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Major
What is Dr. James Major's specialty?
Dr. Major is a Ophthalmologist near Houston, TX. 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. Major to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Major affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Major is affiliated with Houston Methodist 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 Major accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. James Major is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Major offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Major's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Major?
Please contact Dr. Major's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Major have?
Dr. James Major is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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