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Dr. Steven Kane, MD

Dr. Steven Kane, MD

New York, NY

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kane, Ophthalmologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Steven Kane, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Kane graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Ophthalmology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kane is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kane’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kane’s office at (212) 305-5400.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kane?

    Dr. Steven Kane, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kane empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Glaucoma, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Kane is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Harkness Eye Institute

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Ophthalmology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Internal Medicine | Columbia University's College | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Kane board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Kane, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Kane speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kane treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kane 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. Kane. 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:

    • Lattice Retinal Degeneration
    • Retinal Scars
    • Peripheral Retinal Degeneration
    • Other Retina and Choroid Scars
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Lattice Degeneration
    • Retinal Lattice
    • Peripheral Retinal Thinning
    • Choroid Scars
    • Eye Scars
    • Scarred Retina
    • Retinal Thinning
    • Peripheral Retinal Disease
    • Eye Degeneration
    • Chorioretinal Scarring
    • Retina Scars

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35411: Lattice degeneration of retina, right eye
    • H31091: Other chorioretinal scars, right eye
    • H35412: Lattice degeneration of retina, left eye
    • H3540: Unspecified peripheral retinal degeneration
    • H31092: Other chorioretinal scars, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Glaucoma
    • Early-onset glaucoma
    • Infant Glaucoma
    • Primary Congenital Glaucoma
    • Early-Onset Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q150: Congenital glaucoma

    Also known as:

    • Convergence Insufficiency
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Convergence disorder
    • Eye teaming problem
    • Near vision difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5111: Convergence insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Pseudopapilledema
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Pseudo-swollen optic disc
    • Optic disc elevation
    • Congenital optic disc anomaly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H47333: Pseudopapilledema of optic disc, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Alternating Walleye
    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Alternating exotropia
    • Eyes take turns turning out
    • Intermittent exotropia
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5015: Alternating exotropia
    • H5005: Alternating esotropia

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Lazy eye from refractive error
    • Anisometropic amblyopia
    • Refractive lazy eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
    • H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Cataract
    • Birth Defects
    • Eye Disease
    • Baby Cataract
    • Cataract at Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q120: Congenital cataract

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Vision Loss
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Unspecified visual loss
    • Undiagnosed vision problem
    • Sudden vision loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H547: Unspecified visual loss

    Also known as:

    • Lazy Eye
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Vision Loss from Unequal Focus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Old Foreign Object in Eye Socket
    • Eye Injuries
    • Foreign Bodies
    • Retained Orbital Foreign Body
    • Eye Socket Impalement (old)
    • Foreign Object in Orbit

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H0550: Retained (old) foreign body following penetrating wound of unspecified orbit

    Also known as:

    • Vitreous Humor Birth Defect
    • Birth Defects
    • Eye Disease
    • Congenital Vitreous Anomaly
    • Vitreous Malformation
    • Eye Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q140: Congenital malformation of vitreous humor

    Also known as:

    • Other Types of Migraine
    • Migraine
    • Atypical Migraine
    • Complex Migraine
    • Unusual Migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43819: Other migraine, intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    What procedures does Dr. Kane perform?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kane 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. Kane. 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:

    • Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Aqueous Shunt Surgery
    • Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
    • Eye Pressure Shunt
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
    • 65820: Goniotomy

    Also known as:

    • Scleral Reinforcement with Graft
    • Scleral Grafting
    • Eye Wall Strengthening
    • Posterior Scleral Reinforcement

    CPT Codes:

    • 67255: Scleral reinforcement (separate procedure); with graft

    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:

    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;

    Also known as:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle

    Does Dr. Kane accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kane accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kane accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Health First Health Plans

    • Healthfirst

    • Medical Mutual

    • MetroPlus

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kane's office located?

    Dr. Steven Kane's Primary Practice

    635 W 165th St Rm 102

    New York, NY 10032

    (212) 305-5400

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    Dr. Steven Kane's Practice 2

    218 2nd Ave

    New York, NY 10003

    (212) 979-4192

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

    Dr. Kane's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659394294.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kane?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Kane's specialty?

    Dr. Kane is a Ophthalmologist near New York, NY. 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. Kane to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Steven Kane affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kane is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving 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 Steven Kane accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Kane is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Kane offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kane's office at (212) 305-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Steven Kane?

    Please contact Dr. Kane's office at (212) 305-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Kane have?

    Dr. Steven Kane is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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