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Dr. Kenneth Wals, MD

Miami, FL

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    Who is Dr. Wals, Ophthalmologist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Kenneth Wals, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Wals graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Albert Einstein College Med. Dr. Wals is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wals’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wals’s office at (305) 274-2022.

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

    • Residency: Albert Einstein College Med

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons | Saint James School of Medicine St. Vincent and the Grenadines

    Is Dr. Wals board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Wals, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Wals speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Wals treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Wals 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. Wals. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Cystoid Macular Edema
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • CME
    • Macular swelling
    • Fluid in the macula
    • Macular Swelling
    • Retinal Edema
    • Fluid in Macula
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
    • H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Moderate Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling
    • Moderate Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
    • Moderate Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye
    • Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113312: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
    • E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Blocked Central Retinal Vein
    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • CRVO
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage
    • CRVO
    • Eye stroke (vein)
    • Central eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
    • H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    Does Dr. Wals accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wals accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 274-2022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wals accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Wals in Miami, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • iCare

    • Medica HealthCare

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wals' office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Wals' Primary Practice

    8000 SW 117th Ave Ste 203

    Miami, FL 33183

    (305) 274-2022

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    Dr. Kenneth Wals' Practice 2

    1097 S Le Jeune Rd # 3

    Miami, FL 33134

    (305) 442-2020

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    Dr. Kenneth Wals' Practice 3

    2140 W 68th St

    Hialeah, FL 33016

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

    Dr. Wals's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023057395.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wals?

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

    What is Dr. Kenneth Wals's specialty?

    Dr. Wals is a Ophthalmologist near Miami, FL. 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. Wals to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kenneth Wals affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Wals is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ophthalmologist?

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    Is Kenneth Wals accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Wals is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Wals offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wals's office at (305) 274-2022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Wals?

    Please contact Dr. Wals's office at (305) 274-2022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Wals have?

    Dr. Kenneth Wals is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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