22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hamilton, Retina Specialist in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Richard Hamilton, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Hamilton graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Hamilton is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamilton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamilton’s office.
Where did Dr. Hamilton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, General Surgery | University of Colorado Program A
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Hamilton board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Hamilton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Hamilton speak?
Dr. Hamilton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Hamilton treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Hamilton 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. Hamilton. 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 Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353213: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with inactive scar
- H353212: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye gel sticking to the macula
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- VMA
- Macular adhesion
- Vitreous traction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43823: Vitreomacular adhesion, bilateral
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
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
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Which procedures does Dr. Hamilton perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Hamilton 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. Hamilton's office.
Does Dr. Hamilton accept my insurance?
Dr. Hamilton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hamilton accept in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Hamilton in Lakeland, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Health Payment System (HPS)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Hamilton's office located?
What is Dr. Hamilton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hamilton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568412823.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamilton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hamilton
What is Dr. Richard Hamilton's specialty?
Dr. Hamilton is a Retina Specialist near Lakeland, FL. 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. Hamilton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Hamilton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hamilton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Richard Hamilton accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?
Yes, Dr. Richard Hamilton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Hamilton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Hamilton?
Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Hamilton have?
Dr. Richard Hamilton is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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