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Dr. Anthony Culotta, MD

Pasadena, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Culotta, Retina Specialist in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Anthony Culotta, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Culotta completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Culotta is fluent in English, Chinese, Italian, Persian, Spanish, and Tai languages, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Culotta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Culotta’s office at (661) 949-5955.

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

    • Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La

    Is Dr. Culotta board certified as a Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Anthony Culotta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Culotta speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Italian

    • Persian

    • Spanish

    • Tai languages

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

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Culotta 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. Culotta. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
    • Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetic Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • 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
    • E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Edema
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Swelling of the Retina
    • Fluid in Retina
    • Macular Edema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3581: Retinal edema

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

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Culotta 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. Culotta. 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:

    • Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Retinal photocoagulation
    • Macular edema laser
    • Retina tumor laser treatment
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    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

    Does Dr. Culotta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Culotta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 949-5955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Culotta accept in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Culotta in Pasadena, 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 Corporation

    • HealthRight Group

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Culotta's office located?

    Dr. Anthony Culotta's Primary Practice

    100 E California Blvd

    Pasadena, CA 91105

    (661) 949-5955

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    Dr. Anthony Culotta's Practice 2

    12828 Harbor Blvd Ste 330

    Garden Grove, CA 92840

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    Dr. Anthony Culotta's Practice 3

    160 E Artesia St Ste 120

    Pomona, CA 91767

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

    Dr. Culotta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497790018.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Culotta?

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

    What is Dr. Anthony Culotta's specialty?

    Dr. Culotta is a Retina Specialist near Pasadena, CA.

    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 this Dr. Anthony Culotta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Culotta is affiliated with Uci 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

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    Is Anthony Culotta accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Anthony Culotta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anthony Culotta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Culotta's office at (661) 949-5955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anthony Culotta?

    Please contact Dr. Culotta's office at (661) 949-5955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anthony Culotta have?

    Dr. Anthony Culotta is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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