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Who is Dr. Westra, Retina Specialist in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Igor Westra, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Westra graduated from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and completed his residency at Univ Alberta Fac Med Hosp, Ophthalmology. Dr. Westra is fluent in English, Dutch, Flemish, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westra’s office at (910) 355-0896.
Where did Dr. Westra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Alberta Fac Med Hosp, Ophthalmology | UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA
Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
Is Dr. Westra board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Igor Westra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Westra speak?
Dr. Westra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Dutch
English
Flemish
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Westra treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Westra 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. Westra. 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:
- 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Nonexudative AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353122: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
What procedures does Dr. Westra perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Westra 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. Westra. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Westra accept my insurance?
Dr. Westra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 355-0896 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Westra accept in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Westra in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Westra's office located?
Dr. Igor Westra's Primary Practice
1801 New Hanover Medical Park Dr
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 355-0896
What is Dr. Westra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Westra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679543870.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Westra
What is Dr. Igor Westra's specialty?
Dr. Westra is a Retina Specialist near Wilmington, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Westra to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Igor Westra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Westra 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Igor Westra accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?
Yes, Dr. Igor Westra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Igor Westra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Westra's office at (910) 355-0896 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Igor Westra?
Please contact Dr. Westra's office at (910) 355-0896 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Igor Westra have?
Dr. Igor Westra is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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