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Who is Dr. Burgess, Retina Specialist in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Stuart Burgess, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Plantation, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Burgess graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at North Shore Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Burgess is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burgess’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burgess’s office.
Where did Dr. Burgess go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Shore Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine | Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program
Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl | University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Is Dr. Burgess board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stuart Burgess, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Burgess speak?
Dr. Burgess and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Burgess typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Burgess 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. Burgess. 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 here.
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:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Burgess typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Burgess 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. Burgess. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- 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 Vitrectomy
- Retinal Detachment Repair (Laser)
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Laser Retinal Repair
- Photocoagulation for Retina
- Detached Retina 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
- 67105: Repair of retinal detachment, including drainage of subretinal fluid when performed; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
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)
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
Does Dr. Burgess accept my insurance?
Dr. Burgess 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. Burgess accept in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Burgess in Plantation, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sentara Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Burgess' office located?
What is Dr. Burgess's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burgess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689676363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burgess?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burgess
What is Dr. Stuart Burgess's specialty?
Dr. Burgess is a Retina Specialist near Plantation, FL.
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. Stuart Burgess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burgess is affiliated with Holy Cross Health, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Regional Hospital 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 Stuart Burgess accepting new patients in Plantation, FL?
Yes, Dr. Stuart Burgess is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stuart Burgess offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burgess's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stuart Burgess?
Please contact Dr. Burgess's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stuart Burgess have?
Dr. Stuart Burgess is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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