37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lazarus, Retina Specialist in New Albany, IN?
Dr. Howard Lazarus, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in New Albany, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Lazarus completed his residency at Anheuser-Busch Eye Inst, Ophthalmology; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Lazarus is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lazarus’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lazarus’s office at (812) 948-0616.
Where did Dr. Lazarus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Anheuser-Busch Eye Inst, Ophthalmology; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Bethesda Eye Institute St Louis
Is Dr. Lazarus board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Lazarus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Lazarus speak?
Dr. Lazarus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lazarus treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Lazarus 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. Lazarus. 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
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Nonexudative AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
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
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353114: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, advanced atrophic with subfoveal involvement
- H353134: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, advanced atrophic with subfoveal involvement
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353124: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, advanced atrophic with subfoveal involvement
- H353113: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, advanced atrophic without subfoveal involvement
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- 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)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- 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
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Severe Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- 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
- 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
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113493: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retinal Neovascularization
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- New Blood Vessel Growth in Retina
- Abnormal Retinal Vessels
- Retinal Angiogenesis
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35051: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Which procedures does Dr. Lazarus perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Howard Lazarus may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lazarus' office.
Does Dr. Lazarus accept my insurance?
Dr. Lazarus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (812) 948-0616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lazarus accept in New Albany, IN?
Dr. Lazarus in New Albany, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Avesis
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Passport Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lazarus' office located?
What is Dr. Lazarus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lazarus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063411635.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lazarus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lazarus
What is Dr. Howard Lazarus's specialty?
Dr. Lazarus is a Retina Specialist near New Albany, IN. 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. Lazarus to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Howard Lazarus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lazarus is affiliated with Baptist Health Floyd, Baptist Health Louisville 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Howard Lazarus accepting new patients in New Albany, IN?
Yes, Dr. Howard Lazarus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Lazarus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lazarus's office at (812) 948-0616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Lazarus?
Please contact Dr. Lazarus's office at (812) 948-0616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Lazarus have?
Dr. Howard Lazarus is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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