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Who is Dr. Kostamaa, Retina Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Heikki Kostamaa, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kostamaa graduated from University of California and completed his residency at University Ca. Dr. Kostamaa is fluent in English and Finnish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kostamaa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kostamaa’s office at (615) 217-3321.
Where did Dr. Kostamaa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Ca | UCI MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Kostamaa speak?
Dr. Kostamaa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Finnish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Kostamaa typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Kostamaa 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. Kostamaa. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (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
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
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
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Kostamaa typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Kostamaa 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. Kostamaa. 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 here.
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:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
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. Kostamaa accept my insurance?
Dr. Kostamaa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 217-3321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kostamaa accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Kostamaa in Nashville, TN 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthScope
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kostamaa's office located?
Dr. Heikki Kostamaa's Primary Practice
28 White Bridge Pike Ste 208
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 217-3321
What is Dr. Kostamaa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kostamaa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922039346.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kostamaa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kostamaa
What is Dr. Heikki Kostamaa's specialty?
Dr. Kostamaa is a Retina Specialist near Nashville, TN.
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. Heikki Kostamaa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kostamaa 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 Heikki Kostamaa accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Heikki Kostamaa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heikki Kostamaa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kostamaa's office at (615) 217-3321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heikki Kostamaa?
Please contact Dr. Kostamaa's office at (615) 217-3321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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