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. 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 as a 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)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- 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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retinal Edema
- Retinal Disorder
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3581: Retinal edema
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
What procedures does Dr. Tolentino perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Tolentino 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. 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:
- 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:
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
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. 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
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.
Other Retina Specialist Near Clearwater, FL
Retina Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Dana Deupree, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Clearwater, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Clearwater, FL
AW
Ophthalmologist
Accepting patientsDr. Alfred White, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Clearwater, FL with 2 additional practice locations.
Clearwater, FL
Ophthalmologist
Accepting patientsDr. Steven Cohen, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Clearwater, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Clearwater, FL