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Dr. Patricia Sierra, MD

Dr. Patricia Sierra, MD

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sierra, Ophthalmologist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Patricia Sierra, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sierra graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed her residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Ophthalmology; Mercy Cath Med Ctr Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sierra is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sierra’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sierra’s office at (916) 649-1515.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sierra?

    Dr. Patricia Sierra, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sierra empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Corneal Disease, Glaucoma, Laser Refractive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Sacramento/CA community, Dr. Sierra is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Ophthalmology; Mercy Cath Med Ctr Inc, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    Is Dr. Sierra board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Patricia Sierra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Sierra speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Sierra treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sierra 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. Sierra. 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:

    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Transplant
    • Organ Transplantation
    • Eye Transplant
    • Cornea Graft
    • Keratoplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z947: Corneal transplant status

    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

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    What procedures does Dr. Sierra perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sierra 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. Sierra. 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 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
    • Corneal Lesion Removal (Keratectomy)
    • Pterygium Removal with Graft
    • Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
    • Tear Duct Opening Closure
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • Intraocular Lens Repositioning
    • Conjunctival Lesion Removal
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Corneal Excision
    • Lamellar Keratectomy
    • Partial Cornea Removal
    • Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
    • Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
    • IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
    • Punctal Occlusion
    • Lacrimal Punctum Closure
    • Dry Eye Treatment (Punctal)
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment
    • IOL repositioning
    • Lens implant adjustment
    • Eye lens surgery
    • Eye Growth Excision
    • Conjunctiva Lesion Surgery
    • Pterygium Removal

    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)
    • 65400: Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium
    • 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
    • 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
    • 68760: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by thermocauterization, ligation, or laser surgery
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
    • 66825: Repositioning of intraocular lens prosthesis, requiring an incision (separate procedure)
    • 68110: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; up to 1 cm

    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:

    • Tear Duct Plug Insertion
    • Punctal Plug Insertion
    • Lacrimal Punctum Closure
    • Dry Eye Plugs

    CPT Codes:

    • 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each

    Also known as:

    • Endothelial Corneal Transplant
    • Keratoplasty
    • Endothelial keratoplasty
    • Corneal graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial

    Also known as:

    • Conjunctiva Repair with Graft
    • Removal of Large Conjunctival Lesion
    • Conjunctival Grafting
    • Eye Surface Reconstruction
    • Extensive Conjunctivoplasty
    • Conjunctival Excision
    • Eye Lesion Removal
    • Pterygium Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 68320: Conjunctivoplasty; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement
    • 68115: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; over 1 cm

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Exchange
    • IOL Exchange
    • Cataract Lens Replacement (Secondary)
    • Replacement of Eye Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 66986: Exchange of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Eye Injection (Anterior Chamber)
    • Eye Surface Injection
    • Injection into front of eye
    • Anterior chamber injection
    • Ocular injection
    • Subconjunctival Shot
    • Eye Injection
    • Conjunctival Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 66020: Injection, anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); air or liquid
    • 68200: Subconjunctival injection

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Epithelium Removal
    • Corneal Abrasion
    • Corneal Curettage
    • Eye Surface Scraping

    CPT Codes:

    • 65435: Removal of corneal epithelium; with or without chemocauterization (abrasion, curettage)

    Also known as:

    • Conjunctiva Biopsy
    • Eye Surface Biopsy
    • Conjunctival Tissue Sample
    • Biopsy of the Eye Lining

    CPT Codes:

    • 68100: Biopsy of conjunctiva

    Also known as:

    • Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
    • Trichiasis Epilation
    • Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
    • Ingrown Eyelash Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only

    Also known as:

    • Eye Lesion Removal
    • Conjunctival Lesion Destruction
    • Eye Growth Removal
    • Conjunctiva Lesion Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 68135: Destruction of lesion, conjunctiva

    Also known as:

    • Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye Surface
    • Ocular Surface Reconstruction
    • Amniotic Membrane Graft
    • Corneal Repair with Amniotic Membrane

    CPT Codes:

    • 65779: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; single layer, sutured

    Does Dr. Sierra accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sierra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 649-1515 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sierra accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Sierra in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sierra's office located?

    Dr. Patricia Sierra's Primary Practice

    1515 Response Rd

    Sacramento, CA 95815

    (916) 649-1515

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    Dr. Patricia Sierra's Practice 2

    1515 River Park Dr Ste 100

    Sacramento, CA 95815

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

    Dr. Sierra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710997895.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sierra?

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

    What is Dr. Patricia Sierra's specialty?

    Dr. Sierra is a Ophthalmologist near Sacramento, CA. 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. Sierra to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Patricia Sierra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sierra is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Patricia Sierra accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Patricia Sierra is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Patricia Sierra offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sierra's office at (916) 649-1515 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Patricia Sierra?

    Please contact Dr. Sierra's office at (916) 649-1515 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Patricia Sierra have?

    Dr. Patricia Sierra is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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