Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palestine, Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Alan Palestine, MD is an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Palestine completed his residency at Clinical Ctr At The Nih, Ophthalmology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Ophthalmology. He is a member of the American Uveitis Society, Retina Society, Macula Society, and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Palestine is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palestine’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palestine’s office at (720) 848-0000.
Where did Dr. Palestine go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: National Institutes of Health | Uveitis, National Inst Health, Bethesda, Md USA
Residency: Clinical Ctr At The Nih, Ophthalmology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Ophthalmology | Mayo Clinic | National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny
Is Dr. Palestine board certified as an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alan Palestine, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology , American Board of Ophthalmology since 1983
What languages does Dr. Palestine speak?
Dr. Palestine and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Palestine treat?
As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Palestine 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. Palestine. 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:
- Posterior Eye Inflammation
- Widespread eye inflammation
- Iridocyclitis
- Retinal Disorder
- Eye Disease
- Ciliary Body Inflammation
- Inflammation of the Back of the Eye
- Pars Planitis
- Total uveal inflammation
- Inflammation of all eye layers
- Eye inflammation
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3023: Posterior cyclitis, bilateral
- H44113: Panuveitis, bilateral
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
Also known as:
- Other Retina and Choroid Inflammation
- Retina and Choroid Inflammation
- Retinal Disorder
- Chorioretinitis
- Ocular Inflammation
- Retina Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H30893: Other chorioretinal inflammations, bilateral
- H3093: Unspecified chorioretinal inflammation, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retinal Vasculitis
- Retinal Disorder
- Inflammation of Retinal Blood Vessels
- Eye Vasculitis
- Retinal Vessel Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35063: Retinal vasculitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Degeneration
- CME
- Macular Swelling
- Retinal Edema
- Fluid in Macula
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35353: Cystoid macular degeneration, bilateral
- H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Sarcoid Iridocyclitis
- Sarcoidosis
- Ocular Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoidosis of the Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- D8683: Sarcoid iridocyclitis
Also known as:
- Scleritis
- Eye Disease
- Inflammation of the sclera
- White of the eye inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H15003: Unspecified scleritis, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Palestine perform?
As an Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist, Dr. Palestine 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. Palestine. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Injection into Eye Capsule
- Suprachoroidal Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
- Tenon's Capsule Injection
- Periocular Injection
- Injection into Eye (Suprachoroidal)
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
- 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
- 0465T: Suprachoroidal injection of a pharmacologic agent (does not include supply of medication)
Also known as:
- Eye Fluid Removal
- Anterior Chamber Paracentesis
- Aqueous Humor Removal
- Eye Pressure Relief Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 65800: Paracentesis of anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); with removal of aqueous
Does Dr. Palestine accept my insurance?
Dr. Palestine accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palestine accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Palestine in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Palestine's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Uveitis Society
Member
Retina Society
Member
Macula Society
Member
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Member
What is Dr. Palestine's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palestine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992702708.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palestine?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palestine
What is Dr. Alan Palestine's specialty?
Dr. Palestine is a Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist near Aurora, CO. An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of intraocular inflammation, scleritis, keratitis, and infectious disorders focuses on managing inflammatory conditions affecting the eye, adnexa, and orbit. This specialist utilizes medical and surgical interventions to address these complex ocular issues. Contact Dr. Palestine to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alan Palestine affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palestine is affiliated with UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, Banner Wyoming Medical Center 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
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Is Alan Palestine accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Alan Palestine is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Palestine offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palestine's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Palestine?
Please contact Dr. Palestine's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Palestine have?
Dr. Alan Palestine is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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