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Dr. Steven Williams, MD

Dr. Steven Williams, MD

Ophthalmologist

New Hartford, NY

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Williams, Ophthalmologist in New Hartford, NY?

    Dr. Steven Williams, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New Hartford, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Williams graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, General Surgery. Dr. Williams is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Williams’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Williams’s office.

    Where did Dr. Williams go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, General Surgery | Greater Baltimore Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Williams board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Williams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Williams speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Williams typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Williams 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. Williams. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353212: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353222: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Right Eye)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling
    • Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Right Eye
    • Advanced Retina Damage Right Eye with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Right Eye
    • Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
    • Advanced Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
    • E113411: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113412: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Williams typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Williams 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. Williams. 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.

    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:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;

    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

    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)

    Does Dr. Williams accept my insurance?

    Dr. Williams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Williams accept in New Hartford, NY?

    Dr. Williams in New Hartford, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Williams' office located?

    Dr. Steven Williams' Primary Practice

    4350 Middle Settlement Rd

    New Hartford, NY 13413

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    Dr. Steven Williams' Practice 2

    736 Irving Ave

    Syracuse, NY 13210

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

    Dr. Williams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417952193.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Williams?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Williams's specialty?

    Dr. Williams is an Ophthalmologist near New Hartford, NY.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Steven Williams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital, Wynn Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Ophthalmologist. Explore 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 Dr. Steven Williams accepting new patients in New Hartford, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Williams is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Williams offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Williams?

    Please contact Dr. Williams' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Williams' office located?

    Dr. Williams' offices are located in New Hartford, NY and Syracuse, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Williams have?

    Dr. Steven Williams is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.