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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zapata-De Perez, Ophthalmologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Norma Zapata-De Perez, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 42 years. Dr. Zapata-De Perez graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine and completed her residency at U DIST HOSP. Dr. Zapata-De Perez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zapata-De Perez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zapata-De Perez’s office.
Where did Dr. Zapata-De Perez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U DIST HOSP
Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zapata-De Perez speak?
Dr. Zapata-De Perez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Zapata-De Perez typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Zapata-De Perez 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. Zapata-De Perez. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Zapata-De Perez typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Norma Zapata-De Perez 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
Please contact Dr. Zapata-De Perez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zapata-De Perez accept my insurance?
Dr. Zapata-De Perez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zapata-De Perez accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Zapata-De Perez in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Guardian Life Insurance Company of America
Independence Health Group
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zapata-De Perez's office located?
What is Dr. Zapata-De Perez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zapata-De Perez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992704373.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zapata-De Perez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zapata-De Perez
What is Dr. Norma Zapata-De Perez's specialty?
Dr. Zapata-De Perez is a Ophthalmologist near Washington, DC.
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 this Dr. Norma Zapata-De Perez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zapata-De Perez is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Sentara Northern Virginia 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 Norma Zapata-De Perez accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Norma Zapata-De Perez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Norma Zapata-De Perez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zapata-De Perez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Norma Zapata-De Perez?
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