42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Casey, Ophthalmologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Richard Casey, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Casey graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Ucla-San Fern Vly Prog, Internal Medicine. Dr. Casey is fluent in English, Polish, Spanish, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Casey’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Casey’s office at (714) 821-4666.
Where did Dr. Casey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Residency: Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Ucla-San Fern Vly Prog, Internal Medicine | Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Casey board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Casey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Casey speak?
Dr. Casey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
Spanish
Tagalog
Thai
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Casey treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Casey 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. Casey. 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
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
- Eyelid Disorder
- MGD
- Blocked Eyelid Glands
- Oil Gland Dysfunction of Eyelid
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02883: Meibomian gland dysfunction of right eye, unspecified eyelid
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
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:
- Eyelid Abscess on Right Upper Eyelid
- Abscess
- Eyelid Disorder
- Right Upper Eyelid Infection
- Eyelid Boil
- Periorbital Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- H00031: Abscess of right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
- Eyelid Disorder
- MGD
- Blocked Eyelid Glands
- Eyelid Gland Problems
- Meibomianitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H0288A: Meibomian gland dysfunction right eye, upper and lower eyelids
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
What procedures does Dr. Casey perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Casey 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. Casey. 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 Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
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)
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
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:
- Eye Surface Repair with Graft
- Limbal conjunctival autograft
- Ocular surface graft
- Conjunctival transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65782: Ocular surface reconstruction; limbal conjunctival autograft (includes obtaining graft)
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:
- Penetrating Corneal Transplant
- Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
- PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
- Cornea Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65730: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (except in aphakia or pseudophakia)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Does Dr. Casey accept my insurance?
Dr. Casey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 821-4666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Casey accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Casey in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Casey's office located?
Dr. Richard Casey's Primary Practice
3655 Lomita Blvd Ste 410
Torrance, CA 90505
(714) 821-4666
What is Dr. Casey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Casey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609890797.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Casey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Casey
What is Dr. Richard Casey's specialty?
Dr. Casey is a Ophthalmologist near Torrance, CA. 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. Casey to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Casey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Casey is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA 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 Richard Casey accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Casey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Casey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Casey's office at (714) 821-4666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Casey?
Please contact Dr. Casey's office at (714) 821-4666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Casey have?
Dr. Richard Casey is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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