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Who is Dr. Friedman, Ophthalmologist in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Robert Friedman, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Friedman completed his residency at Ny Eye Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Ophthalmology; Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Friedman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friedman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friedman’s office at (941) 925-8888.
Where did Dr. Friedman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Eye Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Ophthalmology; Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Friedman board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Friedman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Friedman speak?
Dr. Friedman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Friedman treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Friedman 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. Friedman. 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
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
Also known as:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
What procedures does Dr. Friedman perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Friedman 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. Friedman. 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
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure Surgery
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
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)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery
- 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
Also known as:
- Drug-Eluting Implant in Tear Duct
- Lacrimal Canaliculus Implant
- Tear Duct Drug Implant
- Punctal Implant for Eye Medication
CPT Codes:
- 68841: Insertion of drug-eluting implant, including punctal dilation when performed, into lacrimal canaliculus, each
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Placement
- Glaucoma Implant Surgery
- Eye Pressure Drainage Device
CPT Codes:
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
- 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Laser Treatment (Cyclophotocoagulation)
- Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
- Ciliary body laser
- CPC treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66710: Ciliary body destruction; cyclophotocoagulation, transscleral
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:
- Eye Medication Injection
- Eye Surface Injection
- Intraocular injection
- Anterior chamber injection
- Eye drug injection
- Subconjunctival Shot
- Eye Injection
- Conjunctival Injection
CPT Codes:
- 66030: Injection, anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); medication
- 68200: Subconjunctival injection
Also known as:
- Eye Surgery Wound Repair
- Anterior segment wound revision
- Eye wound repair
- Ocular wound revision
CPT Codes:
- 66250: Revision or repair of operative wound of anterior segment, any type, early or late, major or minor procedure
Does Dr. Friedman accept my insurance?
Dr. Friedman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 925-8888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Friedman accept in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Friedman in Sarasota, FL 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 Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Citizens Rx
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Friedman's office located?
Dr. Robert Friedman's Primary Practice
2111 Bee Ridge Rd
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 925-8888
What is Dr. Friedman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750327177.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friedman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Friedman
What is Dr. Robert Friedman's specialty?
Dr. Friedman is a Ophthalmologist near Sarasota, FL. 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. Friedman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Friedman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Friedman 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
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Is Robert Friedman accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?
Yes, Dr. Robert Friedman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Friedman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Friedman's office at (941) 925-8888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Friedman?
Please contact Dr. Friedman's office at (941) 925-8888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Friedman have?
Dr. Robert Friedman is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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