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Dr. John Sullivan, MD

Dr. John Sullivan, MD

Jacksonville, FL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sullivan, Ophthalmologist in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. John Sullivan, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Sullivan completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Tenet St Joseph H-Creighton U, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sullivan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sullivan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sullivan’s office at (904) 527-3577.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sullivan?

    Dr. John Sullivan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sullivan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Disorders-Complex, Retinal Vascular Diseases, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Jacksonville/FL community, Dr. Sullivan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Tenet St Joseph H-Creighton U, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Sullivan board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Sullivan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Sullivan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Sullivan treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sullivan 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. Sullivan. 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
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
    • H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Edema
    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Swelling of the Retina
    • Fluid in Retina
    • Macular Edema
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H3581: Retinal edema
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • 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
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • 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:

    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right 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

    What procedures does Dr. Sullivan perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sullivan 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. Sullivan. 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
    • 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 Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
    • 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Removal of Eye Implant (Back of Eye)
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Eye Implant Removal
    • Intraocular Lens Repositioning
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Intraocular Implant Removal
    • Posterior Segment Implant Extraction
    • Eye Device Removal Surgery
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery
    • Anterior Segment Implant Removal
    • Ocular Implant Extraction
    • IOL repositioning
    • Lens implant adjustment
    • Eye lens surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
    • 67121: Removal of implanted material, posterior segment; intraocular
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
    • 65920: Removal of implanted material, anterior segment of eye
    • 66825: Repositioning of intraocular lens prosthesis, requiring an incision (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
    • Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
    • Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
    • Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens

    Also known as:

    • Vitrectomy with Laser Treatment
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Eye Vitreous Removal with Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67039: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with focal endolaser photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Retinal photocoagulation
    • Macular edema laser
    • Retina tumor laser treatment
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Exchange
    • IOL Exchange
    • Cataract Lens Replacement (Secondary)
    • Replacement of Eye Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 66986: Exchange of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Intraocular Lens Implant
    • IOL implant (secondary)
    • Replacement eye lens surgery
    • Artificial lens insertion (secondary)

    CPT Codes:

    • 66985: Insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (secondary implant), not associated with concurrent cataract removal

    Also known as:

    • Cataract Removal by Phacoemulsification
    • Phacoemulsification
    • Lens Material Removal
    • Cataract Surgery (Phaco)
    • Ultrasonic Cataract Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 66850: Removal of lens material; phacofragmentation technique (mechanical or ultrasonic) (eg, phacoemulsification), with aspiration

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
    • Aqueous Shunt Surgery
    • Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
    • Eye Pressure Shunt

    CPT Codes:

    • 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Gas Injection
    • Pneumatic Retinopexy
    • Gas Bubble for Retinal Detachment
    • Retina Reattachment Surgery
    • Eye Detachment Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 67110: Repair of retinal detachment; by injection of air or other gas (eg, pneumatic retinopexy)

    Does Dr. Sullivan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sullivan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 527-3577 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sullivan accept in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Sullivan in Jacksonville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Georgia

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sullivan's office located?

    Dr. John Sullivan's Primary Practice

    7740 Point Meadows Dr Ste 3A

    Jacksonville, FL 32256

    (904) 527-3577

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    Dr. John Sullivan's Practice 2

    406 Riverside Dr

    Waycross, GA 31501

    (912) 387-0020

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

    Dr. Sullivan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619977345.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sullivan?

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

    What is Dr. John Sullivan's specialty?

    Dr. Sullivan is a Ophthalmologist near Jacksonville, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Sullivan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Sullivan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sullivan is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital, Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville 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 John Sullivan accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. John Sullivan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Sullivan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sullivan's office at (904) 527-3577 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Sullivan?

    Please contact Dr. Sullivan's office at (904) 527-3577 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Sullivan have?

    Dr. John Sullivan is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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