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Who is Dr. Scharper, Retina Specialist in Lancaster, PA?
Dr. Philip Scharper, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Scharper is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scharper’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scharper’s office at (717) 399-8790.
Is Dr. Scharper board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Philip Scharper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Scharper speak?
Dr. Scharper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Scharper treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Scharper 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. Scharper. 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
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H43391: Other vitreous opacities, right eye
- H43392: Other vitreous opacities, left eye
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Moderate Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Moderate Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
- Moderate Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113312: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Which procedures does Dr. Scharper perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Philip Scharper may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Scharper's office.
Does Dr. Scharper accept my insurance?
Dr. Scharper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 399-8790 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scharper accept in Lancaster, PA?
Dr. Scharper in Lancaster, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Capital BlueCross
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
Preferred Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Scharper's office located?
Dr. Philip Scharper's Primary Practice
2150 Harrisburg Pike Ste 370
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 399-8790
What is Dr. Scharper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scharper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346285426.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scharper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scharper
What is Dr. Philip Scharper's specialty?
Dr. Scharper is a Retina Specialist near Lancaster, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Scharper to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Philip Scharper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Scharper 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 Retina Specialist?
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Is Philip Scharper accepting new patients in Lancaster, PA?
Yes, Dr. Philip Scharper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philip Scharper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scharper's office at (717) 399-8790 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philip Scharper?
Please contact Dr. Scharper's office at (717) 399-8790 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Scharper have?
Dr. Philip Scharper is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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