29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bianco, Retina Specialist in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Luke Bianco, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Bianco completed his residency at Ny Medical College, Ophthalmology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Bianco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bianco’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bianco’s office at (559) 429-4378.
Where did Dr. Bianco go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Univ Tennessee, Retina/Vitreous Surgery
Residency: Ny Medical College, Ophthalmology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | New York Medical College Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
Is Dr. Bianco board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Luke Bianco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Bianco speak?
Dr. Bianco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bianco treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Bianco 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. Bianco. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Moderate Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
- 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
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Moderate Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
- Moderate Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113393: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113312: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Edema
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H3581: Retinal edema
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353212: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
- H353222: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Bianco perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Luke Bianco may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bianco's office.
Does Dr. Bianco accept my insurance?
Dr. Bianco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 429-4378 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bianco accept in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Bianco in Visalia, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GEMCare
Humana
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Bianco's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Bianco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bianco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538107248.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bianco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bianco
What is Dr. Luke Bianco's specialty?
Dr. Bianco is a Retina Specialist near Visalia, CA. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Bianco to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Luke Bianco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bianco is affiliated with Kaweah Health 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Luke Bianco accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Luke Bianco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luke Bianco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bianco's office at (559) 429-4378 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luke Bianco?
Please contact Dr. Bianco's office at (559) 429-4378 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Luke Bianco have?
Dr. Luke Bianco is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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