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Dr. David Kirsch, MD

Cedarhurst, NY

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kirsch, Ophthalmologist in Cedarhurst, NY?

    Dr. David Kirsch, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Cedarhurst, NY. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Kirsch graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Long Island Coll Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kirsch is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirsch’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirsch’s office at (516) 374-6900.

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

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Long Island Coll Hosp, Internal Medicine | Mount Sinai Hospital | CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kirsch board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Kirsch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Kirsch speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kirsch treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kirsch 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. Kirsch. 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:

    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • High eye pressure
    • Optic nerve damage
    • Ocular hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H409: Unspecified glaucoma

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Eyelid Inflammation
    • Crusty Eyelids
    • Eyelid Margin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01009: Unspecified blepharitis unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid

    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:

    • Optic Disc Disorder
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Optic nerve head anomaly
    • Optic disc problem
    • Disorder of the optic nerve head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H47393: Other disorders of optic disc, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Allergic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral

    What procedures does Dr. Kirsch perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kirsch 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. Kirsch. 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
    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Kirsch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kirsch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 374-6900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kirsch accept in Cedarhurst, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MetroPlus

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kirsch's office located?

    Dr. David Kirsch's Primary Practice

    123 Grove Ave Ste 214

    Cedarhurst, NY 11516

    (516) 374-6900

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

    Dr. Kirsch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417934035.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirsch?

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

    What is Dr. David Kirsch's specialty?

    Dr. Kirsch is a Ophthalmologist near Cedarhurst, 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. Kirsch to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Kirsch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kirsch is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 David Kirsch accepting new patients in Cedarhurst, NY?

    Yes, Dr. David Kirsch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Kirsch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kirsch's office at (516) 374-6900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Kirsch?

    Please contact Dr. Kirsch's office at (516) 374-6900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Kirsch have?

    Dr. David Kirsch is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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