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Dr. Scott Dorin, MD

Retina Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Huntsville, AL

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    Who is Dr. Dorin, Retina Specialist in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Scott Dorin, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dorin graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Ophthalmology; Baptist Med Ctr-Princeton, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Dorin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dorin’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dorin’s office at (256) 539-8851.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Ophthalmology; Baptist Med Ctr-Princeton, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Alabama Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University of Mississippi School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Dorin board certified as a Retina Specialist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Dorin speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Dorin typically treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Dorin 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. Dorin. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • 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
    • H353213: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with inactive scar
    • H353111: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, early dry stage
    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Dorin typically perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Dorin 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. Dorin. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)

    Also known as:

    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
    • Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
    • Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
    • Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens

    Does Dr. Dorin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dorin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 539-8851 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dorin accept in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Dorin in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Dorin's office located?

    Dr. Scott Dorin's Primary Practice

    401 Meridian St N Ste 400

    Huntsville, AL 35801

    (256) 539-8851

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    Dr. Scott Dorin's Practice 2

    216 Marengo St Ste K

    Florence, AL 35630

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    Dr. Scott Dorin's Practice 3

    1241 Point Mallard Pkwy SE Ste 112

    Decatur, AL 35601

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    What hospitals are Dr. Dorin affiliated with?

    Dr. Dorin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    North Alabama Medical Center,Florence, AL

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

    Dr. Dorin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588609960.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dorin?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Dorin's specialty?

    Dr. Dorin is a Retina Specialist near Huntsville, AL.

    What does a Retina Specialist do?

    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.

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

    No, Dr. Dorin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: North Alabama 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

    When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Scott Dorin accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?

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

    Does Dr. Scott Dorin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dorin's office at (256) 539-8851 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Scott Dorin?

    Please contact Dr. Dorin's office at (256) 539-8851 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dorin's office located?

    Dr. Dorin's offices are located in Huntsville, AL, Florence, AL, and Decatur, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Dorin have?

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