23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Calzada, Retina Specialist in Southaven, MS?
Dr. Jorge Calzada, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Southaven, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Calzada graduated from Universidad De Buenos Aires, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at University of Tennessee Program. Dr. Calzada is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Calzada’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Calzada’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Calzada?
Dr. Jorge Calzada, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Calzada empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Southaven, MS community, Dr. Calzada is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Calzada go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Tennessee Program
Medical School: Fac of Med Univesity of Panama | University of Panama / Faculty of Medicine | Universidad De Buenos Aires, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Calzada board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Calzada, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Calzada speak?
Dr. Calzada and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Calzada typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Calzada 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. Calzada. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached retina
- Tractional retinal detachment
- Retina separation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3342: Traction detachment of retina, left eye
Also known as:
- Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
Also known as:
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Calzada typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Calzada 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. Calzada. 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
- 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 for Macular Pucker
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal 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)
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
- 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
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Calzada accept my insurance?
Dr. Calzada 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. Calzada accept in Southaven, MS?
Dr. Calzada in Southaven, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Connective Rx
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Calzada's office located?
What is Dr. Calzada's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Calzada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538154117.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Calzada?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Calzada
What is Dr. Jorge Calzada's specialty?
Dr. Calzada is a Retina Specialist near Southaven, MS.
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. Jorge Calzada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Calzada is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Baptist Memorial Hospital-DeSoto. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Jorge Calzada accepting new patients in Southaven, MS?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Calzada is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Calzada offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Calzada's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Calzada?
Please contact Dr. Calzada's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Calzada have?
Dr. Jorge Calzada is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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