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Dr. Juan Astruc, MD

Ophthalmologist, Retina Specialist

Richmond, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Astruc, Ophthalmologist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Juan Astruc, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Astruc graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program. Dr. Astruc is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Astruc’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Astruc’s office at (804) 644-7478.

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

    • Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

    • Medical School: University De Granada, Fac De Med, Granada, Spain | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Astruc board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Juan Astruc, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Astruc speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Astruc typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Astruc 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. Astruc. 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
    • 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:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • 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 with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    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

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Astruc typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Astruc 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. Astruc. 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
    • Injection into Eye Capsule
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection
    • Tenon's Capsule Injection
    • Periocular Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
    • 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
    • Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
    • Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
    • Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens

    Does Dr. Astruc accept my insurance?

    Dr. Astruc accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 644-7478 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Astruc accept in Richmond, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • The Macaluso Group

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Astruc's office located?

    Dr. Juan Astruc's Primary Practice

    8720 Stony Point Pkwy Ste 105

    Richmond, VA 23235

    (804) 644-7478

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    Dr. Juan Astruc's Practice 2

    5408 Discovery Park Blvd Ste 100

    Williamsburg, VA 23188

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

    Dr. Astruc's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477515237.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Astruc?

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

    What is Dr. Juan Astruc's specialty?

    Dr. Astruc is an Ophthalmologist near Richmond, VA.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Juan Astruc affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Astruc is affiliated with Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Hca Henrico Doctors' Hospital, Riverside Walter Reed 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

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    Is Dr. Juan Astruc accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Juan Astruc is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Juan Astruc offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Astruc's office at (804) 644-7478 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Juan Astruc?

    Please contact Dr. Astruc's office at (804) 644-7478 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Astruc's office located?

    Dr. Astruc's offices are located in Richmond, VA and Williamsburg, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Juan Astruc have?

    Dr. Juan Astruc is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.