Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smolyar, Ophthalmologist in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Albert Smolyar, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Smolyar is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smolyar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smolyar’s office.
What languages does Dr. Smolyar speak?
Dr. Smolyar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Russian
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Smolyar typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Smolyar 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. Smolyar. 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:
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Smolyar typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Smolyar 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. Smolyar. 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:
- 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)
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Drooping Brow Repair
- Brow Lift
- Forehead Lift
- Ptosis Repair (Brow)
CPT Codes:
- 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
CPT Codes:
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
Does Dr. Smolyar accept my insurance?
Dr. Smolyar 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. Smolyar accept in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Smolyar in Fort Myers, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
FCE Benefit Administrators
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Smolyar's office located?
Dr. Albert Smolyar's Primary Practice
6850 International Center Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33912
What is Dr. Smolyar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smolyar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194777185.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smolyar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smolyar
What is Dr. Albert Smolyar's specialty?
Dr. Smolyar is a Ophthalmologist near Fort Myers, FL.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Albert Smolyar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smolyar is affiliated with Nch Baker Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Albert Smolyar accepting new patients in Fort Myers, FL?
Yes, Dr. Albert Smolyar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Albert Smolyar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smolyar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Albert Smolyar?
Please contact Dr. Smolyar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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