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Dr. Michael Tolentino, MD

Dr. Michael Tolentino, MD

Clearwater, FL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tolentino, Retina Specialist in Clearwater, FL?

    Dr. Michael Tolentino, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Clearwater, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Tolentino graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed his residency at Mount Auburn Hospital Program. Dr. Tolentino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tolentino’s office.

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

    • Residency: Mount Auburn Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Massachusetts Med School

    Is Dr. Tolentino board certified in Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Tolentino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Tolentino speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tolentino treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Tolentino 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. Tolentino. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
    • Nonexudative AMD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
    • H353122: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, intermediate dry stage
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
    • H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Edema
    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Hemorrhage
    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Swelling of the Retina
    • Fluid in Retina
    • Macular Edema
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Bleeding in Retina
    • Eye Bleed
    • Retinal Bleeding
    • Subretinal Hemorrhage
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3581: Retinal edema
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H3562: Retinal hemorrhage, left eye
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Insulin Use
    • Diabetes Medicines
    • Chronic insulin therapy
    • Ongoing insulin treatment
    • Insulin for diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin

    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:

    • Brain Artery Narrowing
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebral Artery Stenosis
    • Blocked Brain Arteries
    • Brain Blood Vessel Narrowing
    • Cerebral Occlusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I668: Occlusion and stenosis of other cerebral arteries

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    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:

    • Difficulty Adjusting to Darkness
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Abnormal dark adaptation
    • Slow dark adaptation
    • Poor low light vision adjustment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5361: Abnormal dark adaptation curve

    Does Dr. Tolentino accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Tolentino's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Tolentino's office located?

    Dr. Michael Tolentino's Primary Practice

    3280 N McMullen Booth Rd Ste 120

    Clearwater, FL 33761

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    Dr. Michael Tolentino's Practice 2

    401 S Florida Ave

    Lakeland, FL 33801

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    Dr. Michael Tolentino's Practice 3

    16244 S Military Trl Ste 690

    Delray Beach, FL 33484

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

    Dr. Tolentino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639149313.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tolentino?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Tolentino's specialty?

    Dr. Tolentino is a Retina Specialist near Clearwater, FL. 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. Tolentino to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Tolentino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tolentino 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?

    Explore Retina Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Michael Tolentino accepting new patients in Clearwater, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Tolentino is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Tolentino offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tolentino's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Tolentino?

    Please contact Dr. Tolentino's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Tolentino have?

    Dr. Michael Tolentino is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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