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Who is Dr. Santiago, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Esteban Santiago, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY. Dr. Santiago is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santiago’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santiago’s office at (585) 273-3937.
What languages does Dr. Santiago speak?
Dr. Santiago and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Santiago typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Santiago 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. Santiago. 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.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Senile Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
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 with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Santiago typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Santiago 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. Santiago. 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.
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:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Also known as:
- Corneal Endothelial Allograft Preparation
- Cornea Transplant Tissue Prep
- Endothelial Keratoplasty Preparation
- DSEK/DSAEK Tissue Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 65757: Backbench preparation of corneal endothelial allograft prior to transplantation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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. Santiago accept my insurance?
Dr. Santiago accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 273-3937 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santiago accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Santiago in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
Independent Health Association
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Santiago's office located?
Dr. Esteban Santiago's Primary Practice
601 Elmwood Ave
Rochester, NY 14642
(585) 273-3937
What is Dr. Santiago's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santiago's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295307858.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santiago?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santiago
What is Dr. Esteban Santiago's specialty?
Dr. Santiago is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Rochester, NY.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods.
Is this Dr. Esteban Santiago affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Santiago is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Strong Memorial 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
When to see a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Esteban Santiago accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Esteban Santiago is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Esteban Santiago offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santiago's office at (585) 273-3937 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Esteban Santiago?
Please contact Dr. Santiago's office at (585) 273-3937 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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