17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dacanay, Ophthalmologist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Leonardo Dacanay, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Dacanay graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Dacanay is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dacanay’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dacanay’s office at (510) 488-6767.
Where did Dr. Dacanay go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Dacanay board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Leonardo Dacanay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Dacanay speak?
Dr. Dacanay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Dacanay treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Dacanay 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. Dacanay. 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:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2522: Age-related cataract, morgagnian type, left eye
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
Also known as:
- Macular Drusen
- Macular Degeneration
- Retinal Drusen
- Yellow Spots on Retina
- Age-Related Macular Drusen
- Drusen in Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Severe nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Pathologic myopia
- High myopia
- Progressive nearsightedness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4423: Degenerative myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Irregular Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H52213: Irregular astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Dacanay perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Leonardo Dacanay 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. Dacanay's office.
Does Dr. Dacanay accept my insurance?
Dr. Dacanay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 488-6767 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dacanay accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Dacanay in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Centene
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dacanay's office located?
Dr. Leonardo Dacanay's Primary Practice
1936 University Ave Ste 112
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 488-6767
What is Dr. Dacanay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dacanay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679509269.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dacanay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dacanay
What is Dr. Leonardo Dacanay's specialty?
Dr. Dacanay is a Ophthalmologist near Berkeley, CA. 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. Dacanay to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leonardo Dacanay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dacanay is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus 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 Leonardo Dacanay accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Leonardo Dacanay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leonardo Dacanay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dacanay's office at (510) 488-6767 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leonardo Dacanay?
Please contact Dr. Dacanay's office at (510) 488-6767 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leonardo Dacanay have?
Dr. Leonardo Dacanay is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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