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Dr. Richard Garfinkel, MD

Retina Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Fairfax, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Garfinkel, Retina Specialist in Fairfax, VA?

    Dr. Richard Garfinkel, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Fairfax, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Garfinkel graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Michigan Program. Dr. Garfinkel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garfinkel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garfinkel’s office at (703) 698-0196.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Garfinkel?

    Dr. Richard Garfinkel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Garfinkel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Macular Disease/Degeneration, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Retinal Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fairfax, VA community, Dr. Garfinkel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: University of Michigan Program

    • Medical School: New York University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Garfinkel speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Garfinkel typically treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    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:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye

    What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Garfinkel typically perform?

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

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Garfinkel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garfinkel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 698-0196 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garfinkel accept in Fairfax, VA?

    Dr. Garfinkel in Fairfax, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Garfinkel's office located?

    Dr. Richard Garfinkel's Primary Practice

    8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr Ste 600

    Fairfax, VA 22031

    (703) 698-0196

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    Dr. Richard Garfinkel's Practice 2

    660 Pennsylvania Ave SE Ste 200

    Washington, DC 20003

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    Dr. Richard Garfinkel's Practice 3

    5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 650

    Chevy Chase, MD 20815

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

    Dr. Garfinkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831163997.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garfinkel?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Garfinkel's specialty?

    Dr. Garfinkel is a Retina Specialist near Fairfax, VA.

    What does a Retina Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Richard Garfinkel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Garfinkel is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital 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

    When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Richard Garfinkel accepting new patients in Fairfax, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Garfinkel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Garfinkel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garfinkel's office at (703) 698-0196 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Garfinkel?

    Please contact Dr. Garfinkel's office at (703) 698-0196 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Garfinkel's office located?

    Dr. Garfinkel's offices are located in Fairfax, VA, Washington, DC, and Chevy Chase, MD.