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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Oei, Retina Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Thomas Oei, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Oei graduated from University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx and completed his residency at Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology. Dr. Oei is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oei’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oei’s office at (210) 222-2154.
Where did Dr. Oei go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Southern Illinois University Medical School
Residency: Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology | University of Mississippi School of Medicine Program | University of Mississippi Medical Center
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | University Of North Texas Health Science Center
Is Dr. Oei board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Oei, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology , American Board of Ophthalmology since 1999
What languages does Dr. Oei speak?
Dr. Oei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Oei typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Oei 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. Oei. 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
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, 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
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Oei typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Oei 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. Oei. 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)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Retina Light Therapy (Single Session)
- Retinal photobiomodulation
- Eye light treatment
- Retina therapy session
CPT Codes:
- 0936T: Photobiomodulation Therapy Of Retina, Single Session
Does Dr. Oei accept my insurance?
Dr. Oei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 222-2154 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oei accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Oei in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Oei's office located?
What is Dr. Oei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861468530.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oei?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oei
What is Dr. Thomas Oei's specialty?
Dr. Oei is a Retina Specialist near San Antonio, TX.
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 this Dr. Thomas Oei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oei is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Thomas Oei accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Oei is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Oei offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oei's office at (210) 222-2154 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Oei?
Please contact Dr. Oei's office at (210) 222-2154 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Oei have?
Dr. Thomas Oei is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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