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31 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Arregui, Ophthalmologist in Chico, CA?
Dr. Pablo Arregui, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Chico, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Arregui graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Scott & White Mem Hosp, Ophthalmology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Arregui is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arregui’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arregui’s office at (530) 895-1727.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Arregui?
Dr. Pablo Arregui, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Arregui empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chico/CA community, Dr. Arregui is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Arregui go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scott & White Mem Hosp, Ophthalmology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Scott and White Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Arregui board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Pablo Arregui, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Arregui speak?
Dr. Arregui and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Arregui treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Arregui 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. Arregui. 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:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
Also known as:
- Keratitis
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Inflammation
- Inflamed Cornea
- Eye Surface Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16143: Punctate keratitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Macular Drusen
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Retinal Drusen
- Yellow Spots on Retina
- Age-Related Macular Drusen
- Drusen in Eye
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Arregui perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Arregui 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. Arregui. 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
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Eye Drug Implant
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Intraocular Drug Delivery System
- Anterior Segment Drug Implant
- Eye Medication Implant
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)
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 0660T: Implantation of anterior segment intraocular nonbiodegradable drug-eluting system, internal approach
Also known as:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
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
Also known as:
- Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
- Trichiasis Epilation
- Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
- Ingrown Eyelash Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only
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:
- Eyelid Skin Biopsy
- Eyelid Biopsy
- Lid Margin Biopsy
- Eyelid Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 67810: Incisional Biopsy Of Eyelid Skin Including Lid Margin
Also known as:
- Corneal Foreign Body Removal with Slit Lamp
- Eye Foreign Object Removal
- Corneal Rust Ring Removal
- Slit Lamp Foreign Body Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 65222: Removal of foreign body, external eye; corneal, with slit lamp
Also known as:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Arregui accept my insurance?
Dr. Arregui accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 895-1727 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arregui accept in Chico, CA?
Dr. Arregui in Chico, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Arregui's office located?
What is Dr. Arregui's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arregui's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043253347.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arregui?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arregui
What is Dr. Pablo Arregui's specialty?
Dr. Arregui is a Ophthalmologist near Chico, 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. Arregui to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pablo Arregui affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Arregui is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Enloe Medical Center. 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
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Is Pablo Arregui accepting new patients in Chico, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pablo Arregui is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pablo Arregui offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arregui's office at (530) 895-1727 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pablo Arregui?
Please contact Dr. Arregui's office at (530) 895-1727 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pablo Arregui have?
Dr. Pablo Arregui is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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