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Who is Dr. Sit, Ophthalmologist in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Arthur Sit, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sit graduated from University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine. Dr. Sit is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sit’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sit’s office at (507) 284-2511.
Where did Dr. Sit go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine | University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Sit board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Arthur Sit, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Sit speak?
Dr. Sit and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sit treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sit 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. Sit. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Low-Tension Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Capsular Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Early-onset glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Normal-Tension Glaucoma
- NTG
- Normal Pressure Glaucoma
- High eye pressure
- Optic nerve damage
- Ocular hypertension
- Pseudoexfoliation Glaucoma
- Exfoliation Syndrome Glaucoma
- Lens Exfoliation Glaucoma
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Infant Glaucoma
- Primary Congenital Glaucoma
- Early-Onset Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401230: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
- H409: Unspecified glaucoma
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401430: Capsular glaucoma with pseudoexfoliation of lens, bilateral, stage unspecified
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- Q150: Congenital glaucoma
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
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. Sit perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sit 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. Sit. 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:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure Surgery
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
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:
- Injection into Eye Capsule
- Tenon's Capsule Injection
- Periocular Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
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
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
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. Sit accept my insurance?
Dr. Sit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sit accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Sit in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica
Medicare
MedStar Health
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Sit's office located?
What is Dr. Sit's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295713170.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sit?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sit
What is Dr. Arthur Sit's specialty?
Dr. Sit is a Ophthalmologist near Rochester, MN. 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. Sit to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Arthur Sit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sit is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus. 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 Arthur Sit accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. Arthur Sit is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arthur Sit offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sit's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arthur Sit?
Please contact Dr. Sit's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Arthur Sit have?
Dr. Arthur Sit is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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