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Who is Dr. Samuel, Retina Specialist in Palm Desert, CA?
Dr. Michael Samuel, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Palm Desert, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Samuel graduated from Meharry Medical College. Dr. Samuel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samuel’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. Samuel’s office at (760) 469-5195.
Where did Dr. Samuel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
What languages does Dr. Samuel speak?
Dr. Samuel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Samuel treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Samuel 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. Samuel. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
- 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
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113393: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Drusen
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Retinal Drusen
- Yellow Spots on Retina
- Age-Related Macular Drusen
- Drusen in Eye
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
- H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Traction Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
- Pulled Retina Detachment
- Fibrovascular Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy
- Detached retina
- Tractional retinal detachment
- Retina separation
- Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
- Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3341: Traction detachment of retina, right eye
- H3342: Traction detachment of retina, left eye
- H33021: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, right eye
- H33022: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, left eye
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Edema
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H3581: Retinal edema
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
Also known as:
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cataract
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
Which procedures does Dr. Samuel perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Samuel may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Samuel's office.
Does Dr. Samuel accept my insurance?
Dr. Samuel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 469-5195 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Samuel accept in Palm Desert, CA?
Dr. Samuel in Palm Desert, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene
Heritage Health
Inland Empire
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Samuel's office located?
Dr. Michael Samuel's Primary Practice
44139 Monterey Ave Ste A
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 469-5195
Dr. Michael Samuel's Practice 2
1420 Ocotillo Dr Ste D
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 353-1140
Dr. Michael Samuel's Practice 3
5565 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 551 Bldg 3
La Mesa, CA 91942
What is Dr. Samuel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Samuel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730175670.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samuel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Samuel
What is Dr. Michael Samuel's specialty?
Dr. Samuel is a Retina Specialist near Palm Desert, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Samuel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Samuel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Samuel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Michael Samuel accepting new patients in Palm Desert, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Samuel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Samuel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Samuel's office at (760) 469-5195 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Samuel?
Please contact Dr. Samuel's office at (760) 469-5195 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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