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Dr. Laurel Tainsh, MD

Stoneham, MA

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    Who is Dr. Tainsh, Ophthalmologist in Stoneham, MA?

    Dr. Laurel Tainsh, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Stoneham, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Tainsh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tainsh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tainsh’s office at (781) 279-4418.

    What languages does Dr. Tainsh speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tainsh treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tainsh 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. Tainsh. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    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:

    • Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
    • Sjogren's Syndrome
    • Sjögren syndrome
    • Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
    • Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, 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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • MGD
    • Blocked Eyelid Glands
    • Oil Gland Dysfunction of Eyelid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02889: Meibomian gland dysfunction of unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Macular Drusen
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Retinal Drusen
    • Yellow Spots on Retina
    • Age-Related Macular Drusen
    • Drusen in Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Vision Problem
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Unspecified visual disturbance
    • General vision issue
    • Eye problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H539: Unspecified visual disturbance

    Also known as:

    • Iridocyclitis
    • Eye Disease
    • Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
    • Anterior uveitis
    • Iritis and cyclitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis

    What procedures does Dr. Tainsh perform?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tainsh 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. Tainsh. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Advanced Cataract Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with IOL
    • Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Does Dr. Tainsh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tainsh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 279-4418 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tainsh accept in Stoneham, MA?

    Dr. Tainsh in Stoneham, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Tainsh's office located?

    Dr. Laurel Tainsh's Primary Practice

    1 Montvale Ave Ste 501

    Stoneham, MA 02180

    (781) 279-4418

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    Dr. Laurel Tainsh's Practice 2

    243 Charles St

    Boston, MA 02114

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

    Dr. Tainsh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699203034.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tainsh?

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

    What is Dr. Laurel Tainsh's specialty?

    Dr. Tainsh is a Ophthalmologist near Stoneham, MA. 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. Tainsh to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laurel Tainsh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tainsh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mass Eye And Ear - Main Campus. 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

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    Is Laurel Tainsh accepting new patients in Stoneham, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Laurel Tainsh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laurel Tainsh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tainsh's office at (781) 279-4418 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laurel Tainsh?

    Please contact Dr. Tainsh's office at (781) 279-4418 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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