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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 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 a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Golub typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Alternating Walleye
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
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
- Amblyopia
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Golub typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medica Group
Mercy Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Golub's office located?
Dr. Richard Golub's Primary Practice
1920 E Cambridge Ave
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.
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Richard Golub affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Golub is affiliated with Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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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