30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hanuch, Ophthalmologist in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Omar Hanuch, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Hanuch graduated from National University Of Cordoba and completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Ophthalmology; Hinsdale Hosp, Family Medicine. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF FAMILY PRACTICE, AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS, and AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CORNEA AND REFRACTIVE SURGERY. Dr. Hanuch is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hanuch’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hanuch’s office at (585) 244-2200.
Where did Dr. Hanuch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Rochester, Rochester, NY | Strong Memorial Hospital
Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Ophthalmology; Hinsdale Hosp, Family Medicine | Adventist Hinsdale Hospital Program
Medical School: University Nac De Cordoba, Fac De Cien Medicine | National University Of Cordoba | Universidad Catolica Nordestana Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Hanuch board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Omar Hanuch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology , American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Ophthalmology since 2013, American Board of Ophthalmology since 2002, American Board of Family Medicine since 1995
What languages does Dr. Hanuch speak?
Dr. Hanuch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hanuch treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hanuch 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. Hanuch. 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
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Visual Distortions
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
- Metamorphopsia
- Macropsia
- Micropsia
- Distorted vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
- H5315: Visual distortions of shape and size
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Suspected Exposure to Other Biological Agents Ruled Out
- Other biohazard exposure cleared
- No other biological agent exposure found
- Other bioweapon exposure ruled out
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z03818: Encounter for observation for suspected exposure to other biological agents ruled out
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
What procedures does Dr. Hanuch perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hanuch 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. Hanuch. 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 Removal with Lens Implant
- Complex Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Device
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Complex Lens Replacement with Drainage Device
- Phacoemulsification with Glaucoma Implant
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
- 66989: 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; with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Vitreous Surgery
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Vitreolysis
- laser eye surgery
- vitreous strand removal
- YAG laser vitreolysis
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 67031: Severing of vitreous strands, vitreous face adhesions, sheets, membranes or opacities, laser surgery (1 or more stages)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
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:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
Does Dr. Hanuch accept my insurance?
Dr. Hanuch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 244-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hanuch accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Hanuch in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
MVP Healthcare
State of New York
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hanuch's office located?
Dr. Omar Hanuch's Primary Practice
2300 Buffalo Rd Bldg 700
Rochester, NY 14624
(585) 244-2200
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
Member
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF FAMILY PRACTICE
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS
Member
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CORNEA AND REFRACTIVE SURGERY
Member
What is Dr. Hanuch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hanuch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316929334.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hanuch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hanuch
What is Dr. Omar Hanuch's specialty?
Dr. Hanuch is a Ophthalmologist near Rochester, NY. 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. Hanuch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Omar Hanuch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hanuch 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
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Is Omar Hanuch accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Omar Hanuch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omar Hanuch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hanuch's office at (585) 244-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omar Hanuch?
Please contact Dr. Hanuch's office at (585) 244-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Omar Hanuch have?
Dr. Omar Hanuch is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and American Board of Family Medicine.
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