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Dr. Jeffrey Fuller, MD

Dr. Jeffrey Fuller, MD

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fuller, Retina Specialist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Jeffrey Fuller, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fuller graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Medical Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; Baptist Hlth System Inc, Transitional Year. Dr. Fuller is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fuller’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fuller’s office at (205) 943-4600.

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

    • Residency: Medical Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; Baptist Hlth System Inc, Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fuller speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Fuller typically treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Fuller 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. Fuller. 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
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • 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
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral

    What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Fuller typically perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Fuller 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. Fuller. 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
    • Injection into Eye Capsule
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection
    • Tenon's Capsule Injection
    • Periocular Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
    • 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule

    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:

    • 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:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;

    Does Dr. Fuller accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fuller accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 943-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fuller accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Fuller in Birmingham, AL 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 Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Fuller's office located?

    Dr. Jeffrey Fuller's Primary Practice

    250 State Farm Pkwy

    Birmingham, AL 35209

    (205) 943-4600

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    Dr. Jeffrey Fuller's Practice 2

    255 Medical Dr # 1

    Winfield, AL 35594

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    Dr. Jeffrey Fuller's Practice 3

    971 Fairfax Park Ste D

    Tuscaloosa, AL 35406

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

    Dr. Fuller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356343917.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fuller?

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

    What is Dr. Jeffrey Fuller's specialty?

    Dr. Fuller is a Retina Specialist near Birmingham, AL.

    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. Jeffrey Fuller affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fuller is affiliated with Uab Hospital 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

    When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Jeffrey Fuller accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Fuller is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jeffrey Fuller offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fuller's office at (205) 943-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Fuller?

    Please contact Dr. Fuller's office at (205) 943-4600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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