Who is Dr. Mason, Retina Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Robert Mason, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Dr. Mason is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mason’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mason’s office at (225) 768-8833.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mason?
Dr. Robert Mason, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist 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. Mason empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cornea & External Eye Disease, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, and comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Nashville, TN community, Dr. Mason is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Mason board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Mason, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Mason speak?
Dr. Mason and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Mason typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Mason 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. Mason. 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:
Aging of the eye's gel
Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
Eye Disease
Vitreous Detachment
Vitreous syneresis
Eye gel breakdown
Vitreous aging
Eye floaters
Vitreous opacities
Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
H43391: Other vitreous opacities, right eye
Also known as:
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
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:
E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
Macular Pucker
Retinal Disorder
Epiretinal Membrane
Cellophane Maculopathy
Macular Wrinkle
Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
Also known as:
Retinal Detachment
Detached retina
Tractional retinal detachment
Retina separation
ICD-10 Codes:
H3342: Traction detachment of retina, left eye
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Mason typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Mason 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. Mason. 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:
Eye Injection
Intravitreal Injection
Retinal Injection
Macular Degeneration Injection
Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
Retinal Membrane Removal
Macular Pucker Surgery
Pars Plana Vitrectomy
Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
Retinal reattachment surgery
Eye surgery for detached retina
Retinal Surgery
Eye Gel Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
Macular Hole Repair
Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Mason accept my insurance?
Dr. Mason accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 768-8833 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mason accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Mason in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Mason's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mason's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124077359.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mason?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mason
What is Dr. Robert Mason's specialty?
Dr. Mason is a Retina Specialist near Nashville, TN.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Robert Mason affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mason is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge General - Mid City.
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
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Is Robert Mason accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Robert Mason is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Mason offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mason's office at (225) 768-8833 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Mason?
Please contact Dr. Mason's office at (225) 768-8833 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Mason have?
Dr. Robert Mason is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.