24 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Connolly, Retina Specialist in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Brian Connolly, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Connolly graduated from Stony Brook University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wills Eye Institute. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Medical Association, Monroe County Medical Society, and New York State Ophthalmological Society. Dr. Connolly is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Connolly’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Connolly’s office at (585) 442-3411.
Where did Dr. Connolly go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Wills Eye Hospital | Wills Eye Hospital, Retina/Vitreous Surgery
Residency: Wills Eye Institute
Medical School: State University of New York / Health Science Center At Stony Brook | Stony Brook University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Connolly board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Connolly, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology , American Board of Ophthalmology since 2001, American Board of Ophthalmology since 2012
What languages does Dr. Connolly speak?
Dr. Connolly and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Connolly typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Connolly 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. Connolly. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Connolly typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Connolly 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. Connolly. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Exchange
- IOL Exchange
- Cataract Lens Replacement (Secondary)
- Replacement of Eye Implant
CPT Codes:
- 66986: Exchange of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Connolly accept my insurance?
Dr. Connolly accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 442-3411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Connolly accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Connolly in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Connolly's office located?
Dr. Brian Connolly's Primary Practice
160 Sawgrass Dr Ste 200
Rochester, NY 14620
(585) 442-3411
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Retina Specialists
Member
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Member
American Medical Association
Member
Monroe County Medical Society
Member
New York State Ophthalmological Society
Member
What is Dr. Connolly's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Connolly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164401741.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Connolly?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Connolly
What is Dr. Brian Connolly's specialty?
Dr. Connolly is a Retina Specialist near Rochester, NY.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. Brian Connolly affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Connolly 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 Brian Connolly accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Brian Connolly is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Connolly offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Connolly's office at (585) 442-3411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Connolly?
Please contact Dr. Connolly's office at (585) 442-3411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Connolly have?
Dr. Brian Connolly is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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