Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Demer, Ophthalmologist in Arcadia, CA?
Dr. Joseph Demer, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Arcadia, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Demer completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Demer is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Demer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Demer’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Demer?
Dr. Joseph Demer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Demer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Amblyopia, Nystagmus, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Arcadia, CA community, Dr. Demer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Demer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus, Texas Children's Hospital | Texas Children's Hospital, Pediatric Ophth | Texas Children's Hospital
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | Baylor College Of Medicine | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Baylor College Of Medicine
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
Is Dr. Demer board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Demer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology , American Board of Ophthalmology since 1988
What languages does Dr. Demer speak?
Dr. Demer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Demer typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Demer 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. Demer. 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:
- Esotropia
- Walleye
- Vertical Strabismus
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Inward Turning Eye
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
- Vertical strabismus
- One eye higher than the other
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
- H5022: Vertical strabismus, left eye
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Demer typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Demer 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. Demer. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Eye Muscle Transposition Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Paretic Extraocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67320: Transposition procedure (eg, for paretic extraocular muscle), any extraocular muscle (specify) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Adjustable Suture Placement for Eye Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery with Adjustable Sutures
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Squint Correction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67335: Placement of adjustable suture(s) during strabismus surgery, including postoperative adjustment(s) of suture(s) (List separately in addition to code for specific strabismus surgery)
Also known as:
- Eyelid Retraction Correction
- Eyelid retraction repair
- Lower eyelid retraction surgery
- Fix pulled back eyelid
CPT Codes:
- 67911: Correction of lid retraction
Does Dr. Demer accept my insurance?
Dr. Demer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Demer accept in Arcadia, CA?
Dr. Demer in Arcadia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kern Health Systems
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Demer's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
Awards
Southern California Super Doctors
Southern California Super Doctors 2008
Los Angeles Super Doctors
Research to Prevent Blindness Lew R. Wasserman Merit Award
American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
Honor Award
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Achievement Award
Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
Friedenwald Award
Alcon Research Institute
Recognition Award
Research to Prevent Blindness Walt and Lilly Disney Award for Amblyop
Gold Level
Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology Fellow
What is Dr. Demer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Demer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710900535.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Demer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Demer
What is Dr. Joseph Demer's specialty?
Dr. Demer is a Ophthalmologist near Arcadia, CA.
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. Joseph Demer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Demer is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla 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 Joseph Demer accepting new patients in Arcadia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Demer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Demer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Demer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Demer?
Please contact Dr. Demer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Demer have?
Dr. Joseph Demer is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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