Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Witkin, Retina Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Andre Witkin, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Witkin completed his residency at Tufts Medical Center. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Witkin is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Witkin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Witkin’s office at (603) 436-1773.
Where did Dr. Witkin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Wills Eye Hospital, Fellow:Ophthalmology | Wills Eye Hospital, Fellow:Ophthalmology
Residency: Tufts Medical Center | New England Eye Center
Is Dr. Witkin board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Andre Witkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Witkin speak?
Dr. Witkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Witkin treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Witkin 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. Witkin. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Hole
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Macular Cyst
- Foveal Hole
- Retinal Hole
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye
Also known as:
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113213: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
- Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33021: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, right eye
Also known as:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
- Retinal Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33311: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, right eye
Which procedures does Dr. Witkin perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Andre Witkin 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. Witkin's office.
Does Dr. Witkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Witkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 436-1773 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Witkin accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Witkin in Boston, MA 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 Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Witkin's office located?
Dr. Andre Witkin's Primary Practice
50 Staniford St Ste 600
Boston, MA 02114
(603) 436-1773
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Witkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Witkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285811216.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Witkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Witkin
What is Dr. Andre Witkin's specialty?
Dr. Witkin is a Retina Specialist near Boston, MA. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Witkin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andre Witkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Witkin is affiliated with Tufts 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Andre Witkin accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Andre Witkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andre Witkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Witkin's office at (603) 436-1773 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andre Witkin?
Please contact Dr. Witkin's office at (603) 436-1773 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andre Witkin have?
Dr. Andre Witkin is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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