Dr. Paul Garfinkle, MD
Ophthalmologist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Alliance, OH
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garfinkle, Ophthalmologist in Alliance, OH?
Dr. Paul Garfinkle, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Alliance, OH with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Garfinkle graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Maryland Gen Hosp, Ophthalmology; Abington Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Garfinkle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garfinkle’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garfinkle’s office at (330) 823-1680.
Where did Dr. Garfinkle go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maryland Gen Hosp, Ophthalmology; Abington Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Abington Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Garfinkle board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Garfinkle, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Garfinkle speak?
Dr. Garfinkle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Garfinkle treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Garfinkle 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. Garfinkle. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
What procedures does Dr. Garfinkle perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Garfinkle 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. Garfinkle. 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:
- 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Drug-Eluting Implant in Tear Duct
- Lacrimal Canaliculus Implant
- Tear Duct Drug Implant
- Punctal Implant for Eye Medication
CPT Codes:
- 68841: Insertion of drug-eluting implant, including punctal dilation when performed, into lacrimal canaliculus, each
Does Dr. Garfinkle accept my insurance?
Dr. Garfinkle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 823-1680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garfinkle accept in Alliance, OH?
Dr. Garfinkle in Alliance, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AultCare
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Tennessee
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Garfinkle's office located?
Dr. Paul Garfinkle's Primary Practice
985 S Sawburg Ave
Alliance, OH 44601
(330) 823-1680
What is Dr. Garfinkle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garfinkle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144297060.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garfinkle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garfinkle
What is Dr. Paul Garfinkle's specialty?
Dr. Garfinkle is a Ophthalmologist near Alliance, OH. 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. Garfinkle to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Garfinkle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garfinkle is affiliated with Aultman Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Summa Health System – Akron Campus 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 Paul Garfinkle accepting new patients in Alliance, OH?
Yes, Dr. Paul Garfinkle is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Garfinkle offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garfinkle's office at (330) 823-1680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Garfinkle?
Please contact Dr. Garfinkle's office at (330) 823-1680 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Garfinkle have?
Dr. Paul Garfinkle is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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