
Who is Dr. Sala, Ophthalmologist in Erie, PA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sala?
Dr. Nicholas Sala, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist 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. Sala empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract-Pediatric, Glaucoma-Pediatric, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Retinopathy of Prematurity, Strabismus-Adult & Pediatric, Tear Duct Problems, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Erie, PA community, Dr. Sala is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Childrens Hosp-MI, Pediatric Ophth
Residency: Genesys Reg M C-Flint Ost Hp, Ophthalmology; Metro Hlth Ctr, Family Medicine; Metro Hlth Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Flint Osteopathic Hospital | CORE/Metro-Health Medical Center Program
Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sala speak?
Dr. Sala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Sala typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sala 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. Sala. 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:
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Alternating Walleye
- Inward Turning Eye
- Vertical Strabismus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Esotropia
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Deprivation Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53013: Deprivation amblyopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Deprivation Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Lazy eye from deprivation
- Vision loss from disuse
- Form deprivation amblyopia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53012: Deprivation amblyopia, left eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Sala typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sala 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. Sala. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery (Repeat)
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Squint Surgery
- Repeat Strabismus Repair
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67331: Strabismus surgery on patient with previous eye surgery or injury that did not involve the extraocular muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Balloon Dilation
- Probing of Tear Duct
- Nasolacrimal Duct Dilation
- Blocked Tear Duct Ballooning
- Tear Duct Probing with Balloon
- Nasolacrimal duct probing
- Tear duct irrigation
- Blocked tear duct treatment
- Lacrimal duct probing
CPT Codes:
- 68816: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with transluminal balloon catheter dilation
- 68810: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation;
Also known as:
- Chalazion Removal (Under General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Chalazion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67808: Excision of chalazion; under general anesthesia and/or requiring hospitalization, single or multiple
Does Dr. Sala accept my insurance?
Dr. Sala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 454-6307 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sala accept in Erie, PA?
Dr. Sala in Erie, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Sala's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Sala affiliated with?
Dr. Sala has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology DO
Fellow
American Osteopathic Association, DO
Member
What is Dr. Sala's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841281714.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sala