38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lugo, Ophthalmologist in Altamonte Springs, FL?
Dr. Miguel Lugo, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Altamonte Springs, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Lugo graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Wills Eye Hosp, Ophthalmology; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Temple Univ Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Lugo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lugo’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lugo’s office at (407) 260-2255.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lugo?
Dr. Miguel Lugo, 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. Lugo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Cornea & External Eye Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Altamonte Springs/FL community, Dr. Lugo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lugo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wills Eye Hosp, Ophthalmology; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Temple Univ Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Temple University Hospital Program
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Lugo board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Miguel Lugo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Lugo speak?
Dr. Lugo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lugo treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lugo 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. Lugo. 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:
- Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Corneal Swelling
- Cloudy Cornea
- Nerve-Related Eye Inflammation
- Corneal Disorder
- Swollen Cornea
- Corneal Edema
- Fluid in Cornea
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Scarring
- Corneal Opacity
- Corneal Nerve Damage Inflammation
- Neurotrophic Keratitis
- Corneal and Conjunctival Nerve Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18221: Idiopathic corneal edema, right eye
- H18222: Idiopathic corneal edema, left eye
- H1712: Central corneal opacity, left eye
- H1711: Central corneal opacity, right eye
- H16231: Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, right eye
Also known as:
- Endothelial corneal dystrophy
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Meesmann corneal dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' dystrophy
- Fuchs endothelial dystrophy
- Corneal endothelial disease
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
- Epithelial corneal dystrophy', 'Juvenile epithelial dystrophy', 'Meesmann's dystrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18511: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, right eye
- H18512: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, left eye
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
- H18522: Epithelial (juvenile) corneal dystrophy, left eye
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
- Wing-shaped Growth on Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11052: Peripheral pterygium, progressive, left eye
- H11051: Peripheral pterygium, progressive, right eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Nodular Corneal Degeneration
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Nodules
- Eye Surface Bumps
- Degenerative Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18451: Nodular corneal degeneration, right eye
What procedures does Dr. Lugo perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lugo 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. Lugo. 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:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Corneal Transplant Surgery
- Penetrating Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
- Penetrating Keratoplasty
- Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
- Eye Surface Transplant
- PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
- Cornea Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
- 65755: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (in pseudophakia)
- 65730: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (except in aphakia or pseudophakia)
Also known as:
- Corneal Lesion Removal (Keratectomy)
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Eye Adhesion Release (Posterior Synechiae)
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Partial Vitreous Removal (Eye Surgery)
- Corneal Excision
- Lamellar Keratectomy
- Partial Cornea Removal
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Synechiolysis
- Posterior Synechiae Lysis
- Iris Adhesion Release
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- Anterior Vitrectomy
- Open Sky Vitrectomy
- Eye Gel Removal
- Vitreous Humor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65400: Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65875: Severing adhesions of anterior segment of eye, incisional technique (with or without injection of air or liquid) (separate procedure); posterior synechiae
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 67010: Removal of vitreous, anterior approach (open sky technique or limbal incision); subtotal removal with mechanical vitrectomy
Also known as:
- Corneal Endothelial Allograft Preparation
- Cornea Transplant Tissue Prep
- Endothelial Keratoplasty Preparation
- DSEK/DSAEK Tissue Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 65757: Backbench preparation of corneal endothelial allograft prior to transplantation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Also known as:
- Eye Surface Reconstruction with Amniotic Membrane
- Amniotic Membrane Transplant (Eye)
- Ocular Surface Repair
- Cornea Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 65780: Ocular surface reconstruction; amniotic membrane transplantation, multiple layers
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Eye Surgery Wound Repair
- Anterior segment wound revision
- Eye wound repair
- Ocular wound revision
CPT Codes:
- 66250: Revision or repair of operative wound of anterior segment, any type, early or late, major or minor procedure
Does Dr. Lugo accept my insurance?
Dr. Lugo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (407) 260-2255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lugo accept in Altamonte Springs, FL?
Dr. Lugo in Altamonte Springs, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Freedom Health
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Lugo's office located?
Dr. Miguel Lugo's Primary Practice
661 E Altamonte Dr Ste 223
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(407) 260-2255
What is Dr. Lugo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lugo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104833854.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lugo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lugo
What is Dr. Miguel Lugo's specialty?
Dr. Lugo is a Ophthalmologist near Altamonte Springs, FL. 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. Lugo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Miguel Lugo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lugo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: AdventHealth Altamonte Springs. 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 Miguel Lugo accepting new patients in Altamonte Springs, FL?
Yes, Dr. Miguel Lugo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Miguel Lugo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lugo's office at (407) 260-2255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Miguel Lugo?
Please contact Dr. Lugo's office at (407) 260-2255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Miguel Lugo have?
Dr. Miguel Lugo is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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