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Dr. Scott Weissman, MD

Dr. Scott Weissman, MD

New York, NY

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

    Who is Dr. Weissman, Ophthalmologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Scott Weissman, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Weissman graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Nassau Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Weissman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weissman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weissman’s office at (212) 750-2444.

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

    • Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Nassau Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center | Nassau University Medical Center, East Meadow, New York | Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Is Dr. Weissman board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Weissman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Weissman speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Weissman treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Weissman 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. Weissman. 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:

    • Temporary Vision Loss
    • Sudden Vision Loss
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Transient monocular blindness
    • Amaurosis fugax
    • Temporary blindness
    • Acute vision loss
    • Sudden blindness
    • Vision suddenly gone
    • Transient Monocular Blindness
    • Amaurosis Fugax
    • Temporary Blindness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53123: Transient visual loss, bilateral
    • H53133: Sudden visual loss, bilateral
    • H53122: Transient visual loss, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Eye Pain in Both Eyes
    • Eye Pain in Left Eye
    • Eye Pain in Right Eye
    • Eye Disease
    • Pain
    • Bilateral Eye Discomfort
    • Pain in Both Eyes
    • Ocular Pain
    • Ocular pain left eye
    • Sore left eye
    • Left eye ache
    • Ocular pain right eye
    • Sore right eye
    • Right eye ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5713: Ocular pain, bilateral
    • H5712: Ocular pain, left eye
    • H5711: Ocular pain, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cortical Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cortical Cataract
    • Outer Lens Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Preglaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H4010X2: Unspecified open-angle glaucoma, moderate stage
    • H4010X1: Unspecified open-angle glaucoma, mild stage
    • H4010X3: Unspecified open-angle glaucoma, severe stage
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral

    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:

    • Glaucoma
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Glaucomatous optic neuropathy
    • Eye pressure damage
    • Optic nerve damage from glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H47233: Glaucomatous optic atrophy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Visual Field Defects
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Blind spots in vision
    • Peripheral vision loss
    • Vision field problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5340: Unspecified visual field defects

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11319: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy without macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Meibomian cyst
    • Eyelid cyst
    • Stye-like bump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H0014: Chalazion left upper eyelid

    Does Dr. Weissman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Weissman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 750-2444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Weissman accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Weissman in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Weissman's office located?

    Dr. Scott Weissman also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Scott Weissman's Primary Practice

    340 E 49th St

    New York, NY 10017

    (212) 750-2444

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Scott Weissman?

    Dr. Weissman has appointments available at his New York, NY office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Weissman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013950351.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weissman?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Weissman's specialty?

    Dr. Weissman is a Ophthalmologist near New York, NY. 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. Weissman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Weissman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Weissman 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?

    Explore Ophthalmologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Scott Weissman accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Weissman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Weissman offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Weissman, or call (212) 750-2444 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Weissman?

    Yes, Dr. Weissman offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Weissman, or call (212) 750-2444 for more information.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Weissman have?

    Dr. Scott Weissman is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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