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Dr. Richard Golub, MD
Phoenix, AZ
19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Golub, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Richard Golub, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Golub completed his residency at In Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; In Univ Sch Of Med, Transitional Year. Dr. Golub is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Golub’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Golub’s office at (480) 835-0709.
Where did Dr. Golub go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: In Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; In Univ Sch Of Med, Transitional Year
Is Dr. Golub board certified as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Golub, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Golub speak?
Dr. Golub and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Golub treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Golub 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. Golub. 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:
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Alternating Walleye
- Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Monocular Esotropia
- Monocular Exotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Esotropia
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Intermittent alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
- Occasional alternating inward eye turn
- One Eye Turned In
- Monocular Convergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Esotropia
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
- H50012: Monocular esotropia, left eye
- H50111: Monocular exotropia, right eye
- H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Unequal Focus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
- H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Strabismic Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
- Lazy eye from crossed eyes
- Squint amblyopia
- Amblyopia from eye turn
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
- H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye
- H53031: Strabismic amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Other Eye Disorder
- Various Eye Conditions
- Miscellaneous Eye Problems
- Uncommon Eye Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5789: Other specified disorders of eye and adnexa
Also known as:
- Congenital Nystagmus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- X-linked infantile nystagmus
- Infantile Nystagmus
- Born with Nystagmus
- Childhood Nystagmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5501: Congenital nystagmus
Also known as:
- Other Eyelid Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Eyelid Disorder
- Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
- Rare Eyelid Malformations
- Infant Eyelid Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
Also known as:
- Acquired Blocked Tear Duct
- Tears
- Acquired Nasolacrimal Duct Stenosis
- Adult Tear Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Tear Duct in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04553: Acquired stenosis of bilateral nasolacrimal duct
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
What procedures does Dr. Golub perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Golub 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. Golub. 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)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Does Dr. Golub accept my insurance?
Dr. Golub accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 835-0709 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Golub accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Golub in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Golub's office located?
Dr. Richard Golub's Primary Practice
1920 E Cambridge Ave Ste 200
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(480) 835-0709
What is Dr. Golub's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Golub's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154395424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Golub?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Golub
What is Dr. Richard Golub's specialty?
Dr. Golub is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Phoenix, AZ. An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Golub to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Golub affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Golub is affiliated with Abrazo Arrowhead Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 Richard Golub accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Richard Golub is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Golub offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Golub's office at (480) 835-0709 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Golub?
Please contact Dr. Golub's office at (480) 835-0709 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Golub have?
Dr. Richard Golub is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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