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Dr. Alexander Shusko
Scottsdale, AZ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shusko, Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Alexander Shusko is an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shusko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shusko’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shusko’s office at (310) 825-3090.
What languages does Dr. Shusko speak?
Dr. Shusko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shusko treat?
As a Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Shusko 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. Shusko. 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
- Right Eye Cataract Surgery Status
- Left Eye Cataract Surgery Status
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Right Eye Cataract Removal
- Post-Cataract Surgery Right Eye
- Right Eye Lens Replacement
- Left Eye Cataract Removal
- Post-Cataract Surgery Left Eye
- Left Eye Lens Replacement
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- Z9841: Cataract extraction status, right eye
- Z9842: Cataract extraction status, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
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:
- Iridocyclitis
- Acute Iridocyclitis
- Chronic Iridocyclitis
- Eye Disease
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
- Acute Uveitis
- Sudden Eye Inflammation
- Iritis
- Chronic Uveitis
- Long-term Eye Inflammation
- Persistent Iritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
- H2000: Unspecified acute and subacute iridocyclitis
- H2013: Chronic iridocyclitis, 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:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
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:
- Anterior Scleritis
- Eye Disease
- Front eye inflammation
- Anterior scleral inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H15012: Anterior scleritis, left eye
Also known as:
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Shusko perform as a Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist?
As a Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alexander Shusko may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shusko's office.
Does Dr. Shusko accept my insurance?
Dr. Shusko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-3090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shusko accept in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Shusko in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AFLAC
All Other Third Party
AMA Insurance Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Government Employees Health Association
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shusko's office located?
Dr. Alexander Shusko's Primary Practice
13400 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(310) 825-3090
What is Dr. Shusko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shusko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679009310.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shusko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shusko
What is Dr. Alexander Shusko's specialty?
Dr. Shusko is a Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist near Scottsdale, AZ. An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of intraocular inflammation, scleritis, keratitis, and infectious disorders focuses on managing inflammatory conditions affecting the eye, adnexa, and orbit. This specialist utilizes medical and surgical interventions to address these complex ocular issues. Contact Dr. Shusko to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Shusko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shusko is affiliated with Mayo Clinic 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 Alexander Shusko accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Shusko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Shusko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shusko's office at (310) 825-3090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Shusko?
Please contact Dr. Shusko's office at (310) 825-3090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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