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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Urmaza, Ophthalmologist in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. Benedict Urmaza, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in East Setauket, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Urmaza graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Ny Medical College, Ophthalmology; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine; Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Urmaza is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Urmaza’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Urmaza’s office at (631) 589-2535.
Where did Dr. Urmaza go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Medical College, Ophthalmology; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine; Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Staten Island University Hospital 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. Urmaza board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Benedict Urmaza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Urmaza speak?
Dr. Urmaza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Urmaza typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Urmaza 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. Urmaza. 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:
- Preglaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
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:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
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:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Macular Drusen
- Macular Degeneration
- Retinal Drusen
- Yellow Spots on Retina
- Age-Related Macular Drusen
- Drusen in Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Urmaza typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Urmaza 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. Urmaza. 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:
- 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. Urmaza accept my insurance?
Dr. Urmaza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 589-2535 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Urmaza accept in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. Urmaza in East Setauket, NY 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Urmaza's office located?
Dr. Benedict Urmaza's Primary Practice
33 Research Way
East Setauket, NY 11733
(631) 589-2535
What is Dr. Urmaza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Urmaza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467430157.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Urmaza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Urmaza
What is Dr. Benedict Urmaza's specialty?
Dr. Urmaza is a Ophthalmologist near East Setauket, NY.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Benedict Urmaza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Urmaza is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital 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 Benedict Urmaza accepting new patients in East Setauket, NY?
Yes, Dr. Benedict Urmaza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benedict Urmaza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Urmaza's office at (631) 589-2535 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benedict Urmaza?
Please contact Dr. Urmaza's office at (631) 589-2535 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benedict Urmaza have?
Dr. Benedict Urmaza is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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