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Dr. Ralph Jackson, MD

New York, NY

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Jackson, Ophthalmologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Ralph Jackson, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Jackson graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Jackson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jackson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jackson’s office.

    Where did Dr. Jackson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Jackson board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Jackson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Jackson speak?

    Dr. Jackson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Jackson treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Jackson 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. Jackson. 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:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Preglaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Narrow-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma
    • Acute Glaucoma
    • Closed-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
    • H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
    • H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
    • H40031: Anatomical narrow angle, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2640: Unspecified secondary cataract

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Chronic Conjunctivitis
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H10403: Unspecified chronic conjunctivitis, bilateral
    • H10013: Acute follicular conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Eye Blood Vessels
    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Retinal Vascular Appearance Changes
    • Abnormal Retinal Vessel Look
    • Eye Vessel Changes
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35013: Changes in retinal vascular appearance, bilateral
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113553: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Dry Eye Disease
    • Chronic Dry Eye
    • Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    What procedures does Dr. Jackson perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Jackson 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. Jackson. 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:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)

    Does Dr. Jackson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jackson 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. Jackson accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Jackson in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Jackson's office located?

    Dr. Ralph Jackson's Primary Practice

    1727 Amsterdam Ave Fl 3

    New York, NY 10031

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    What is Dr. Jackson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Jackson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558312637.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jackson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jackson

    What is Dr. Ralph Jackson's specialty?

    Dr. Jackson 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. Jackson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ralph Jackson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Jackson 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

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    Is Ralph Jackson accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Jackson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ralph Jackson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jackson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ralph Jackson?

    Please contact Dr. Jackson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ralph Jackson have?

    Dr. Ralph Jackson is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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