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. 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 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 as a 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 a Retina Specialist like Dr. Lazarus typically 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. 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
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Lazarus typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Lazarus 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. 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. 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:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
- 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
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
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.
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
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Humana
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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.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Howard Lazarus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lazarus is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin, Norton Clark Hospital, Memorial Hospital And Health Care 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 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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