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Dr. Michael Burnstine, MD

Dr. Michael Burnstine, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Burnstine, Ophthalmologist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Michael Burnstine, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Burnstine graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Ophthalmology. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Burnstine is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burnstine’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burnstine’s office at (213) 234-1000.

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

    • Fellowship: Univ Chicago, Plastics/Reconstructive

    • Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Ophthalmology | University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | University of Michigan Medical School | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Burnstine board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Burnstine, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Burnstine speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Burnstine treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Burnstine 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. Burnstine. 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:

    • Droopy Eyelid
    • Blepharospasm
    • Eyelid Turning Outward
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Benign essential blepharospasm
    • Ptosis
    • Eyelid Droop
    • Falling Eyelid
    • Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
    • Mechanical Eyelid Droop
    • Eyelid Drooping
    • Upper Eyelid Sagging
    • Fallen Eyelid
    • Eyelid Spasms
    • Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    • Involuntary Eye Twitching
    • Everted Eyelid
    • Eyelid Eversion
    • Senile Ectropion
    • Spastic Ectropion
    • Cicatricial Ectropion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
    • H02413: Mechanical ptosis of bilateral eyelids
    • H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids
    • G245: Blepharospasm
    • H02132: Senile ectropion of right lower eyelid
    • H02115: Cicatricial ectropion of left lower eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Blocked tear duct
    • Acquired Blocked Tear Duct
    • Tear Duct Blockage
    • Tears
    • Nasolacrimal duct obstruction
    • Dacryostenosis
    • Tear duct blockage
    • Acquired Nasolacrimal Duct Stenosis
    • Adult Tear Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Tear Duct in Adults
    • Tear drainage blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04551: Acquired stenosis of right nasolacrimal duct
    • H04552: Acquired stenosis of left nasolacrimal duct
    • H04553: Acquired stenosis of bilateral nasolacrimal duct
    • H04223: Epiphora due to insufficient drainage, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Left Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Facial Twitch
    • Left Facial Muscle Spasm
    • Left Side Facial Tic

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left

    Also known as:

    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Dermatochalasis
    • Droopy Eyelid Skin
    • Excess Eyelid Skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02839: Dermatochalasis of unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Allergic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Facial Twitch
    • Involuntary Right Facial Contractions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right

    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:

    • Protruding Eyes
    • Eye Disease
    • Bulging Eyes', 'Exophthalmos', 'Grave's Ophthalmopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H05243: Constant exophthalmos, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • External Stye on Left Upper Eyelid
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Hordeolum Externum
    • Outer Eyelid Stye
    • Left Upper Eyelid Stye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H00014: Hordeolum externum left upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Tearing
    • Tears
    • Watery eyes
    • Epiphora
    • Tearing eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04203: Unspecified epiphora, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Uncertain Neoplasm
    • Growth of Unknown Nature
    • Indeterminate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D487: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other specified sites

    What procedures does Dr. Burnstine perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Burnstine 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. Burnstine. 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:

    • Eyelid Corner Reconstruction (Canthoplasty)
    • Ptosis Repair (Fasanella-Servat Type)
    • Droopy Eyelid Repair
    • Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
    • Eyelid Repair (Extensive)
    • Eyelid Lesion Removal
    • Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
    • Eyelid Lesion Removal and Repair
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Canthoplasty
    • Eyelid corner repair
    • Eye shape surgery
    • Reconstructive eyelid surgery
    • Blepharoptosis Repair
    • Droopy Eyelid Surgery
    • Levator Resection for Ptosis
    • Ptosis Repair
    • Blepharoptosis Correction
    • Levator Resection
    • Eyelid Lift Surgery
    • Upper Eyelid Reduction
    • Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
    • Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
    • Eyelid Reconstruction
    • Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
    • Eyelid growth removal
    • Eyelid bump excision
    • Eyelid skin lesion surgery
    • Ptosis Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 67950: Canthoplasty (reconstruction of canthus)
    • 67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
    • 67903: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, internal approach
    • 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
    • 67966: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; over one-fourth of lid margin
    • 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
    • 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
    • 67961: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; up to one-fourth of lid margin

    Also known as:

    • Conjunctiva Repair with Graft
    • Conjunctival Grafting
    • Eye Surface Reconstruction
    • Extensive Conjunctivoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 68320: Conjunctivoplasty; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
    • Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
    • Tear Duct Stent Insertion
    • Blocked Tear Duct Repair
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Bypass Surgery (DCR)
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy
    • Blocked Tear Duct Surgery
    • Lacrimal Sac to Nasal Cavity Bypass

    CPT Codes:

    • 68720: Dacryocystorhinostomy (fistulization of lacrimal sac to nasal cavity)

    Also known as:

    • Eye Socket Lesion Removal
    • Orbitotomy
    • Orbital Tumor Removal
    • Eye Socket Growth Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67412: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of lesion

    Also known as:

    • Drooping Brow Repair
    • Brow Lift
    • Forehead Lift
    • Ptosis Repair (Brow)

    CPT Codes:

    • 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Plastic Repair
    • Canaliculi repair
    • Lacrimal canaliculus reconstruction
    • Tear duct surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 68700: Plastic repair of canaliculi

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Probing
    • Lacrimal Duct Probing
    • Tear Duct Irrigation
    • Unblocking Tear Duct

    CPT Codes:

    • 68840: Probing of lacrimal canaliculi, with or without irrigation

    Also known as:

    • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
    • Botox for facial spasms
    • Facial nerve chemodenervation
    • Blepharospasm treatment
    • Hemifacial spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

    Also known as:

    • Midface Flap Reconstruction
    • Zygomaticofacial Flap
    • Cheek Flap Surgery
    • Midface Tissue Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15730: Midface flap (ie, zygomaticofacial flap) with preservation of vascular pedicle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
    • Facial Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
    • Intralesional Injection
    • Lesion Injection Therapy
    • Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps

    CPT Codes:

    • 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Total Ethmoid Sinus Removal (External)
    • Extranasal Ethmoidectomy
    • Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
    • External Ethmoidectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31205: Ethmoidectomy; extranasal, total

    Does Dr. Burnstine accept my insurance?

    Dr. Burnstine accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 234-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Burnstine accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Burnstine in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Burnstine's office located?

    Dr. Michael Burnstine's Primary Practice

    2121 Wilshire Blvd Ste 301

    Santa Monica, CA 90403

    (213) 234-1000

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    Dr. Michael Burnstine's Practice 2

    625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 265

    Pasadena, CA 91105

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    Dr. Michael Burnstine's Practice 3

    27879 Smyth Dr

    Valencia, CA 91355

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Fellow

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

    Dr. Burnstine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568478402.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burnstine?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Burnstine's specialty?

    Dr. Burnstine is a Ophthalmologist near Santa Monica, CA. 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. Burnstine to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Burnstine affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Burnstine is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Michael Burnstine accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Burnstine is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Burnstine offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Burnstine's office at (213) 234-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Burnstine?

    Please contact Dr. Burnstine's office at (213) 234-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Burnstine have?

    Dr. Michael Burnstine is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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