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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dow, Retina Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Eliot Dow, MD, PHD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Dow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dow’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dow’s office at (919) 681-3937.
What languages does Dr. Dow speak?
Dr. Dow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Dow typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Dow 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. Dow. 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- 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
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Dow typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Dow 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. Dow. 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.
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:
- 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:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Does Dr. Dow accept my insurance?
Dr. Dow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 681-3937 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dow accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Dow in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dow's office located?
Dr. Eliot Dow's Primary Practice
3 Park Center Dr Ste 100
Sacramento, CA 95825
(919) 681-3937
What is Dr. Dow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740711647.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dow
What is Dr. Eliot Dow's specialty?
Dr. Dow is a Retina Specialist near Sacramento, CA.
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. Eliot Dow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dow is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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
When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Eliot Dow accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Eliot Dow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eliot Dow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dow's office at (919) 681-3937 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eliot Dow?
Please contact Dr. Dow's office at (919) 681-3937 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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