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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ceisler, Ophthalmologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Emily Ceisler, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Ceisler graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed her residency at Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ceisler is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ceisler’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ceisler’s office at (212) 981-9800.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ceisler?
Dr. Emily Ceisler, 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. Ceisler empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eye Muscle Disorders-Child & Adult, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Ceisler is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ceisler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine | Mass Eye and Ear Infirm | Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School Program
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Ceisler board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Emily Ceisler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Ceisler speak?
Dr. Ceisler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Ceisler treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ceisler 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. Ceisler. 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:
- Outward Hidden Eye Turn
- Hidden Inward Eye Turn
- Alternating Walleye
- Esotropia
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Inward Turning Eye
- Vertical Strabismus
- Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Latent Outward Squint
- Exophoria
- Eye Muscle Imbalance
- Esophoria
- Latent esotropia
- Hidden crossed eyes
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
- Intermittent alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
- Occasional alternating inward eye turn
- Vertical strabismus
- One eye higher than the other
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5052: Exophoria
- H5051: Esophoria
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
- H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
- H5022: Vertical strabismus, left eye
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Unequal Vision
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
- Anisometropia
- Different Eye Prescriptions
- Vision Disparity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
- H5231: Anisometropia
Also known as:
- Other Inherited Choroid Disease
- Eye Disease
- Other Genetic Choroid Disorder
- Hereditary Choroid Dystrophy
- Rare Choroid Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3129: Other hereditary choroidal dystrophy
Also known as:
- Nystagmus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Involuntary Eye Shaking
- Dancing Eyes
- Jumping Eyes
- Involuntary eye movements
- Dancing eyes
- Oscillating eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5500: Unspecified nystagmus
- H5509: Other forms of nystagmus
Also known as:
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
Also known as:
- Severe nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Pathologic myopia
- High myopia
- Progressive nearsightedness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4423: Degenerative myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked tear duct
- Tears
- Nasolacrimal duct obstruction
- Dacryostenosis
- Tear duct blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04552: Acquired stenosis of left nasolacrimal duct
Also known as:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Childhood arthritis
- JIA
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0809: Unspecified juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
What procedures does Dr. Ceisler perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ceisler 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. Ceisler. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Eye Muscle Transposition Surgery
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Strabismus Surgery (Repeat)
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Paretic Extraocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Squint Surgery
- Repeat Strabismus Repair
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)
- 67320: Transposition procedure (eg, for paretic extraocular muscle), any extraocular muscle (specify) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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
- 67331: Strabismus surgery on patient with previous eye surgery or injury that did not involve the extraocular muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
- Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
CPT Codes:
- 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
Does Dr. Ceisler accept my insurance?
Dr. Ceisler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 981-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ceisler accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Ceisler in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
ArcBest Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicare
Nippon Life Benefits
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ceisler's office located?
Dr. Emily Ceisler's Primary Practice
40 W 72nd St Ste D
New York, NY 10023
(212) 981-9800
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years
What is Dr. Ceisler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ceisler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831148915.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ceisler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ceisler
What is Dr. Emily Ceisler's specialty?
Dr. Ceisler 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. Ceisler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emily Ceisler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ceisler is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Emily Ceisler accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Emily Ceisler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emily Ceisler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ceisler's office at (212) 981-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emily Ceisler?
Please contact Dr. Ceisler's office at (212) 981-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emily Ceisler have?
Dr. Emily Ceisler is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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