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Dr. David Rho, MD

Dr. David Rho, MD

Ophthalmologist

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rho, Ophthalmologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. David Rho, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Rho completed his residency at Lenox Hill Hosp, Ophthalmology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rho is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rho’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rho’s office at (215) 288-5000.

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

    • Residency: Lenox Hill Hosp, Ophthalmology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine | Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny

    Is Dr. Rho board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Rho, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Rho speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean
    • Spanish

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Rho 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. Rho. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • 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

    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
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Rho 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. Rho. 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:

    • Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
    • Retinal photocoagulation
    • Macular edema laser
    • Retina tumor laser treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Rho accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 288-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rho accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Rho in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Rho's office located?

    Dr. David Rho's Primary Practice

    5001 Frankford Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19124

    (215) 288-5000

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    Dr. David Rho's Practice 2

    3 Cooper Plz Rm 510

    Camden, NJ 08103

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

    Dr. Rho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932106440.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rho?

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

    What is Dr. David Rho's specialty?

    Dr. Rho is an Ophthalmologist near Philadelphia, PA.

    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. David Rho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rho is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes 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

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    Is Dr. David Rho accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. David Rho is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Rho offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rho's office at (215) 288-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Rho?

    Please contact Dr. Rho's office at (215) 288-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rho's office located?

    Dr. Rho's offices are located in Philadelphia, PA and Camden, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Rho have?

    Dr. David Rho is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.