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Dr. Jacqueline Fergerson, MD

Cortland, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fergerson, Ophthalmologist in Cortland, NY?

    Dr. Jacqueline Fergerson, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Cortland, NY. She is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Fergerson completed her residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Ophthalmology; St Josephs Hosp Hlth Ctr, Transitional Year. Dr. Fergerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fergerson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fergerson’s office at (607) 753-7528.

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

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Ophthalmology; St Josephs Hosp Hlth Ctr, Transitional Year | St Josephs Hospital Health Center

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | SUNY UPSTATE MED UNIVERSITY

    Is Dr. Fergerson board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jacqueline Fergerson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Fergerson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fergerson treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Fergerson 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. Fergerson. 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
    • Cortical Age-Related Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cortical Cataract
    • Outer Lens Clouding
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Low-Tension Glaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Normal-Tension Glaucoma
    • NTG
    • Normal Pressure Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401231: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Irregular Astigmatism
    • Refractive Errors
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close
    • Blurred Vision
    • Distorted Vision
    • Eye Curvature Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H524: Presbyopia
    • H52213: Irregular astigmatism, 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

    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:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Suspected Exposure to Other Biological Agents Ruled Out
    • Other biohazard exposure cleared
    • No other biological agent exposure found
    • Other bioweapon exposure ruled out

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z03818: Encounter for observation for suspected exposure to other biological agents ruled out

    Does Dr. Fergerson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fergerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 753-7528 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fergerson accept in Cortland, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthNow New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • MVP Healthcare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fergerson's office located?

    Dr. Jacqueline Fergerson's Primary Practice

    1160 Tompkins St

    Cortland, NY 13045

    (607) 753-7528

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

    Dr. Fergerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285687475.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fergerson?

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

    What is Dr. Jacqueline Fergerson's specialty?

    Dr. Fergerson is a Ophthalmologist near Cortland, 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. Fergerson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jacqueline Fergerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fergerson is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center 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 Jacqueline Fergerson accepting new patients in Cortland, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Jacqueline Fergerson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jacqueline Fergerson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fergerson's office at (607) 753-7528 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jacqueline Fergerson?

    Please contact Dr. Fergerson's office at (607) 753-7528 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jacqueline Fergerson have?

    Dr. Jacqueline Fergerson is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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