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Dr. Michelle Liebert, MD

Dr. Michelle Liebert, MD

Smithtown, NY

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Liebert, Ophthalmologist in Smithtown, NY?

    Dr. Michelle Liebert, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Smithtown, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Liebert completed her residency at Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital / NYU Medical Center. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Academy of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS). Dr. Liebert is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liebert’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liebert’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Liebert?

    Dr. Michelle Liebert, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Liebert empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Smithtown/NY community, Dr. Liebert is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Harvard - Children's Hospital of Boston

    • Residency: Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital / NYU Medical Center

    • Medical School: State University of New York Health Science Center at Syracuse College of Medicine | Binghamton University

    Is Dr. Liebert board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michelle Liebert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 2002

    What languages does Dr. Liebert speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Liebert treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Liebert 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. Liebert. 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:

    • Alternating Walleye
    • Esotropia
    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Monocular Exotropia
    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Outward Hidden Eye Turn
    • Crossed Eyes
    • Monocular Esotropia
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Alternating exotropia
    • Eyes take turns turning out
    • Intermittent exotropia
    • Convergent Strabismus
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia
    • One Eye Turned Out
    • Monocular Divergent Strabismus
    • Unilateral Exotropia
    • Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
    • Accommodative Squint
    • Latent Outward Squint
    • Exophoria
    • Eye Muscle Imbalance
    • Convergent strabismus
    • Inward turning eye
    • One Eye Turned In
    • Monocular Convergent Strabismus
    • Unilateral Esotropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5015: Alternating exotropia
    • H5000: Unspecified esotropia
    • H5005: Alternating esotropia
    • H50111: Monocular exotropia, right eye
    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
    • H5052: Exophoria
    • H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye
    • H50012: Monocular esotropia, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Inflamed eyelids
    • Eyelid margin inflammation
    • Crusty eyelids
    • Eyelid irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01001: Unspecified blepharitis right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Other Eyelid Birth Defects
    • Entropion
    • Blepharospasm
    • Birth Defects
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Benign essential blepharospasm
    • Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
    • Rare Eyelid Malformations
    • Infant Eyelid Problems
    • Inward-turning eyelid
    • Eyelid turning in
    • Spastic entropion
    • Eyelid Spasms
    • Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    • Involuntary Eye Twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
    • H02001: Unspecified entropion of right upper eyelid
    • G245: Blepharospasm

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Dry Eye Disease
    • Chronic Dry Eye
    • Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Allergic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Benign Conjunctival Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Eye Disease
    • Non-cancerous growth in conjunctiva
    • Conjunctival nevus
    • Conjunctival papilloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3101: Benign neoplasm of right conjunctiva
    • D3100: Benign neoplasm of unspecified conjunctiva

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Migraine Without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Pulsating headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Birth Defect
    • Birth Defects
    • Tears
    • Congenital Lacrimal Malformation
    • Abnormal Tear Ducts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q106: Other congenital malformations of lacrimal apparatus

    What procedures does Dr. Liebert perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Liebert 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. Liebert. 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:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
    • Complex Strabismus Surgery
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment
    • Ocular Muscle Surgery
    • Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
    • Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
    • Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Strabismus Correction Surgery
    • Crossed Eyes Surgery
    • Wall Eyes Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
    • 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
    • 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Balloon Dilation
    • Nasolacrimal Duct Dilation
    • Blocked Tear Duct Ballooning
    • Tear Duct Probing with Balloon

    CPT Codes:

    • 68816: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with transluminal balloon catheter dilation

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Foreign Body Removal with Slit Lamp
    • Eye Foreign Object Removal
    • Corneal Rust Ring Removal
    • Slit Lamp Foreign Body Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 65222: Removal of foreign body, external eye; corneal, with slit lamp

    Does Dr. Liebert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Liebert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Liebert accept in Smithtown, NY?

    Dr. Liebert in Smithtown, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Liebert's office located?

    Dr. Michelle Liebert's Primary Practice

    260 E Middle Country Rd Ste 201

    Smithtown, NY 11787

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    Dr. Michelle Liebert's Practice 2

    260 E Main St Ste 201

    Smithtown, NY 11787

    (631) 265-8780

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    Dr. Michelle Liebert's Practice 3

    54 Commerce Ave Ste 6

    Riverhead, NY 11901

    (631) 265-8780

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Fellow

    American Academy of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS)

    Member

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

    Dr. Liebert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306817549.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liebert?

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

    What is Dr. Michelle Liebert's specialty?

    Dr. Liebert is a Ophthalmologist near Smithtown, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Liebert to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michelle Liebert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Liebert is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Syosset 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 Michelle Liebert accepting new patients in Smithtown, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Michelle Liebert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michelle Liebert offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Michelle Liebert?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Liebert have?

    Dr. Michelle Liebert is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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