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Dr. Karina Findlay, MD

Dr. Karina Findlay, MD

Tampa, FL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Findlay, Retina Specialist in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Karina Findlay, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Findlay is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Findlay’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Findlay’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Findlay?

    Dr. Karina Findlay, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Findlay empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Retinal Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tampa/FL community, Dr. Findlay is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Findlay speak?

    Dr. Findlay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Findlay treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Findlay 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. Findlay. 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
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Nonexudative AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353133: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, advanced atrophic without subfoveal involvement
    • H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Retinal Edema
    • Macular Pucker
    • Lattice Retinal Degeneration
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
    • Swelling of the Retina
    • Fluid in Retina
    • Macular Edema
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Lattice Degeneration
    • Retinal Lattice
    • Peripheral Retinal Thinning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
    • H3581: Retinal edema
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye

    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
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Insulin Use
    • Diabetes Medicines
    • Chronic insulin therapy
    • Ongoing insulin treatment
    • Insulin for diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Does Dr. Findlay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Findlay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Findlay accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Findlay in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Gilsbar

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Findlay's office located?

    Dr. Karina Findlay's Primary Practice

    2705 W Saint Isabel St

    Tampa, FL 33607

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    Dr. Karina Findlay's Practice 2

    4344 Central Ave

    St Petersburg, FL 33711

    (727) 323-0077

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    Dr. Karina Findlay's Practice 3

    579 S Duncan Ave

    Clearwater, FL 33756

    (727) 445-9110

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    What is Dr. Findlay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Findlay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336144575.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Findlay?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Findlay

    What is Dr. Karina Findlay's specialty?

    Dr. Findlay is a Retina Specialist near Tampa, FL. 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. Findlay to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karina Findlay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Findlay is affiliated with AdventHealth Tampa 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

    Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?

    Explore Retina Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Karina Findlay accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Karina Findlay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karina Findlay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Findlay's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karina Findlay?

    Please contact Dr. Findlay's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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