Dr. Douglas Fredrick, MD
Daly City, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fredrick, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Daly City, CA?
Dr. Douglas Fredrick, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Daly City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fredrick completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Fredrick is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fredrick’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fredrick’s office at (212) 979-4000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fredrick?
Dr. Douglas Fredrick, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fredrick empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Daly City, CA community, Dr. Fredrick is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Fredrick go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Boston Children's Hospital - Pediatric Ophthalmology, Boston, MA | Boston Children's Hospital - Pediatric Ophthalmology MA | Children's Hospital - Boston, Pediatric Ophth
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of California-San Francisco | University of California, San Francisco | University of California, San Francisco | U.C.S.F.
Is Dr. Fredrick board certified as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Fredrick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology , American Board of Ophthalmology since 1991
What languages does Dr. Fredrick speak?
Dr. Fredrick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Fredrick typically treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Fredrick 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. Fredrick. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Esotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Walleye
- Outward Hidden Eye Turn
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Latent Outward Squint
- Exophoria
- Eye Muscle Imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5052: Exophoria
Also known as:
- Astigmatism
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Fredrick typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Fredrick 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. Fredrick. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
CPT Codes:
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
Does Dr. Fredrick accept my insurance?
Dr. Fredrick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 979-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fredrick accept in Daly City, CA?
Dr. Fredrick in Daly City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fredrick's office located?
Dr. Douglas Fredrick's Primary Practice
395 Hickey Blvd
Daly City, CA 94015
(212) 979-4000
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
Awards
Ophthalmology Faculty Teaching Award, Stanford Department of Ophthalmo
Arthur Blomfield Excellence in Clinical Teaching, Stanford Medical Sc
Academic Senate Distinction in Teaching Award, UCSF School of Medicin
Honor Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology
Publications
Neovascularization in Purtscher's retinopathy.
, 2011
Detection of a congenital cystic eyeball by pretal ultrasound in a newborn with Turner's syndrome
, 2007
Genotype and phenotype correlations in congenital glaucoma: CYP1B1 mutations, goniodysgenesis
, 2006
Papilloedema secondary to otitic hydrocephalus
, 2006
Genotype and phenotype correlations in congenital glaucoma.
, 2006
Alteration of cyclic frequency by botulinum toxin injection in adult onset cyclic esotropia
, 2005
Corticosteroid treatment of periorbital haemangioma of infancy: a review of the evidence
, 2005
Delayed-onset infantile cataracts in a case of Treacher Collins syndrome
, 2004
The pseudopapilledema of neotal-onset multisystem inflammatory disease
, 2004
Myopia
, 2002
Needle aspiration of a traumatic subperiosteal haematoma of the orbit
, 2002
Grand rounds #67. A case of a right sixth nerve paralysis and a left third nerve paralysis.
, 2002
Myopia: was mother right about reading in the dark?
, 2001
Ophthalmic features of primary oxalosis after combined liver/kidney transplantation
, 2000
Raccoon roundworm (Baylisascaris procyonis) encephalitis: Case report and field investigation
, 2000
Progressive neurological deterioration
, 1999
Cortically visually impaired children: a need for more study
, 1998
Complex limbal choristomas in linear nevus sebaceous syndrome
, 1998
OCULAR MANIFESTATIONS OF DEFORMATIOL FRONTAL PLAGIOCEPHALY
, 1993
SOLITARY INTRAOCULAR LYMPHOMA AS AN INITIAL PRESENTATION OF WIDESPREAD DISEASE
, 1989
What is Dr. Fredrick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fredrick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053366633.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fredrick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fredrick
What is Dr. Douglas Fredrick's specialty?
Dr. Fredrick is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Daly City, CA.
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Douglas Fredrick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fredrick is affiliated with New York Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai, The Mount Sinai Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Douglas Fredrick accepting new patients in Daly City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Fredrick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Fredrick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fredrick's office at (212) 979-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Fredrick?
Please contact Dr. Fredrick's office at (212) 979-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Fredrick have?
Dr. Douglas Fredrick is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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