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Dr. Alan Uliss, MD

Retina Specialist, Internist, Ophthalmologist

Forest Hills, NY

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Uliss, Retina Specialist in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Alan Uliss, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Uliss graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program. Dr. Uliss is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uliss’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uliss’s office at (718) 575-8434.

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

    • Residency: Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    What languages does Dr. Uliss speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Uliss 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. Uliss. 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:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Changes in Eye Blood Vessels
    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Retinal Vascular Appearance Changes
    • Abnormal Retinal Vessel Look
    • Eye Vessel Changes
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H35013: Changes in retinal vascular appearance, bilateral
    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

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

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Uliss 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. Uliss. 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:

    • 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:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair (Laser)
    • Laser Retinal Repair
    • Photocoagulation for Retina
    • Detached Retina Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67105: Repair of retinal detachment, including drainage of subretinal fluid when performed; photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Uliss accept my insurance?

    Dr. Uliss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 575-8434 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Uliss accept in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Uliss in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Uliss' office located?

    Dr. Alan Uliss' Primary Practice

    11011 72nd Ave Ste 1D

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

    (718) 575-8434

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

    Dr. Uliss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902895998.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uliss?

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

    What is Dr. Alan Uliss's specialty?

    Dr. Uliss is a Retina Specialist near Forest Hills, NY.

    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 Dr. Alan Uliss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Uliss is affiliated with Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus, Newyork-Presbyterian Queens 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 Dr. Alan Uliss accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Uliss is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Uliss offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Uliss' office at (718) 575-8434 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alan Uliss?

    Please contact Dr. Uliss' office at (718) 575-8434 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Uliss' office located?

    Dr. Uliss' office is located in Forest Hills, NY.