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Dr. Matthew Witmer, MD

Dr. Matthew Witmer, MD

Rochester, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Witmer, Retina Specialist in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Matthew Witmer, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY. Dr. Witmer completed his residency at University of South Florida. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists, American Academy of Ophthalmology, : First Year in Practice, and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Witmer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Witmer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Witmer’s office at (585) 442-3411.

    Where did Dr. Witmer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Weill Cornell Medical Coll, Retina/Vitreous Surgery | (Ophthalmology), WEILL MEDICAL COLLEGE OF CORNELL UNIV-NYPH HOSPITAL, NEW YORK, NY

    • Residency: University of South Florida | University of South Florida

    What languages does Dr. Witmer speak?

    Dr. Witmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Witmer treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Witmer 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. Witmer. 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
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Witmer perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Witmer 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. Witmer. 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:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Retinal Detachment Repair (Scleral Buckling)
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Scleral Buckling Surgery
    • Retinal Reattachment Surgery
    • Eye Detachment Repair

    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
    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 67107: Repair of retinal detachment; scleral buckling (such as lamellar scleral dissection, imbrication or encircling procedure), including, when performed, implant, cryotherapy, photocoagulation, and drainage of subretinal fluid

    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:

    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Vitrectomy with Laser Treatment
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Eye Vitreous Removal with Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67039: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with focal endolaser photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Witmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Witmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 442-3411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Witmer accept in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Witmer in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Deutsche Bank

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • HealthNow New York

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Witmer's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Witmer's Primary Practice

    160 Sawgrass Dr Ste 200

    Rochester, NY 14620

    (585) 442-3411

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Retina Specialists

    Member

    American Academy of Ophthalmology, : First Year in Practice

    Member

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Member

    What is Dr. Witmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Witmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235321167.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Witmer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Witmer

    What is Dr. Matthew Witmer's specialty?

    Dr. Witmer is a Retina Specialist near Rochester, NY. 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. Witmer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Matthew Witmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Witmer is affiliated with Rochester General 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

    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 Matthew Witmer accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Witmer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Witmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Witmer's office at (585) 442-3411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Matthew Witmer?

    Please contact Dr. Witmer's office at (585) 442-3411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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