41 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lerebours, Ophthalmologist in Cambria Heights, NY?
Dr. Frantz Lerebours, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Cambria Heights, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Lerebours graduated from Universite de Montreal Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Harlem Hospital Center, Ophthalmology; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Lerebours is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lerebours’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lerebours’s office at (718) 528-3206.
Where did Dr. Lerebours go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Harlem Hospital Center, Ophthalmology; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics | Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Universite D',Etat D',Haiti | University of Haiti / School of Medicine And Pharmacy | Universite de Montreal Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Lerebours board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Frantz Lerebours, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Lerebours speak?
Dr. Lerebours and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Lerebours typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lerebours 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. Lerebours. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Lerebours typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lerebours 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. Lerebours. 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Lerebours accept my insurance?
Dr. Lerebours accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 528-3206 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lerebours accept in Cambria Heights, NY?
Dr. Lerebours in Cambria Heights, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Lerebours' office located?
Dr. Frantz Lerebours' Primary Practice
22812 Linden Blvd
Cambria Heights, NY 11411
(718) 528-3206
What is Dr. Lerebours's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lerebours's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780606970.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lerebours?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lerebours
What is Dr. Frantz Lerebours's specialty?
Dr. Lerebours is a Ophthalmologist near Cambria Heights, NY.
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. Frantz Lerebours affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lerebours is affiliated with Jamaica Hospital Medical Center 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 Frantz Lerebours accepting new patients in Cambria Heights, NY?
Yes, Dr. Frantz Lerebours is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frantz Lerebours offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lerebours's office at (718) 528-3206 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frantz Lerebours?
Please contact Dr. Lerebours's office at (718) 528-3206 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Frantz Lerebours have?
Dr. Frantz Lerebours is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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