30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Wahl, Glaucoma Specialist in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Stephen Wahl, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Wahl graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Sinai Hosp Of Baltimore, Ophthalmology; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Wahl is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wahl’s office at (941) 923-5491.
Where did Dr. Wahl go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Sinai Hosp Of Baltimore, Ophthalmology; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Drexel University College of Medicine/Hahnemann University Hospital Program
Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine | HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)
Is Dr. Wahl board certified as a Glaucoma Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Wahl, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Wahl speak?
Dr. Wahl and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wahl treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Wahl 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. Wahl. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Low-Tension Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Normal-Tension Glaucoma
- NTG
- Low Pressure Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401233: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Refractive Error
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Vision problem
- Focusing problem
- Blurred vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H527: Unspecified disorder of refraction
What procedures does Dr. Wahl perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Wahl 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. Wahl. 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:
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure Surgery
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
Does Dr. Wahl accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Wahl's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Wahl's office located?
Dr. Stephen Wahl's Primary Practice
3920 Bee Ridge Rd Bldg F Ste B
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 923-5491
What is Dr. Wahl's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wahl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003843038.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wahl?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wahl
What is Dr. Stephen Wahl's specialty?
Dr. Wahl is a Glaucoma Specialist near Sarasota, FL. An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions. Contact Dr. Wahl to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Wahl affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wahl is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sarasota Memorial 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 Stephen Wahl accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Wahl is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Wahl offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wahl's office at (941) 923-5491 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Wahl?
Please contact Dr. Wahl's office at (941) 923-5491 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Wahl have?
Dr. Stephen Wahl is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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