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Dr. Daniel Brinton, MD

Dr. Daniel Brinton, MD

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brinton, Ophthalmologist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Daniel Brinton, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Brinton graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Ophthalmology; St Johns Mercy Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Brinton is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brinton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brinton’s office at (510) 444-1600.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Brinton?

    Dr. Daniel Brinton, 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. Brinton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Oakland/CA community, Dr. Brinton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: California Pacific Medical Center

    • Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Ophthalmology; St Johns Mercy Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Washington University, Hematology/Oncology | University of Florida Program

    • Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut | University of Utah Sch of Medicine | University of California

    Is Dr. Brinton board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Brinton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Brinton speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Brinton treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Brinton 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. Brinton. 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
    • Cystoid Macular Edema
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
    • CME
    • Macular swelling
    • Fluid in the macula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353212: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
    • H353222: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Lattice Retinal Degeneration
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke
    • Lattice Degeneration
    • Retinal Lattice
    • Peripheral Retinal Thinning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • 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
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage
    • CRVO
    • Eye stroke (vein)
    • Central eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
    • H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Benign Choroid Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Eye Disease
    • Non-cancerous choroid growth
    • Benign choroidal neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3131: Benign neoplasm of right choroid

    What procedures does Dr. Brinton perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Brinton 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. Brinton. 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:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker 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
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Brinton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brinton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 444-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brinton accept in Oakland, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Community Health Network

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • SGS North America Inc

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brinton's office located?

    Dr. Daniel Brinton's Primary Practice

    3300 Telegraph Ave

    Oakland, CA 94609

    (510) 444-1600

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    Dr. Daniel Brinton's Practice 2

    5401 Norris Canyon Rd Ste 200

    San Ramon, CA 94583

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    Dr. Daniel Brinton's Practice 3

    1401 Willow Pass Rd Ste 120

    Concord, CA 94520

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

    Dr. Brinton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114919495.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brinton?

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

    What is Dr. Daniel Brinton's specialty?

    Dr. Brinton is a Ophthalmologist near Oakland, 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. Brinton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Daniel Brinton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brinton is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek 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 Daniel Brinton accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Brinton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Daniel Brinton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brinton's office at (510) 444-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Daniel Brinton?

    Please contact Dr. Brinton's office at (510) 444-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Brinton have?

    Dr. Daniel Brinton is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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