20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stewart, Ophthalmologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Jay Stewart, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Stewart graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at University of California, San Francisco. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Stewart is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stewart’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stewart’s office at (415) 353-2402.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Stewart?
Dr. Jay Stewart, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist 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. Stewart empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Disease/Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Vascular Diseases, Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Stewart is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Stewart go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Doheny Eye Institute, University of Southern California | Doheny Eye Inst, Retina/Vitreous Surgery | University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA | University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Residency: University of California, San Francisco | Ucsf Med Center
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Stewart board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Jay Stewart, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Stewart speak?
Dr. Stewart and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Stewart typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Stewart 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. Stewart. 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:
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
Also known as:
- Serous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment
- Fluid Retinal Detachment
- Exudative Retinal Detachment
- Non-Rhegmatogenous Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3322: Serous retinal detachment, left eye
- H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Nonexudative AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353190: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, unspecified eye, stage unspecified
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Stewart typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Stewart 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. Stewart. 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:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Eye Drug Implant with Vitreous Removal
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Removal of Eye Implant (Back of Eye)
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Intravitreal Implant
- Vitreous Removal and Drug Delivery
- Ganciclovir Eye Implant
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Intraocular Implant Removal
- Posterior Segment Implant Extraction
- Eye Device Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67027: Implantation of intravitreal drug delivery system (eg, ganciclovir implant), includes concomitant removal of vitreous
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
- 67121: Removal of implanted material, posterior segment; intraocular
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
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Stewart accept my insurance?
Dr. Stewart accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2402 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stewart accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Stewart in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Stewart's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Retina Specialists
Member
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Stewart's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stewart's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134183189.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stewart?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stewart
What is Dr. Jay Stewart's specialty?
Dr. Stewart is a Ophthalmologist near San Francisco, CA.
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 this Dr. Jay Stewart affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stewart is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Jay Stewart accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jay Stewart is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jay Stewart offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stewart's office at (415) 353-2402 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jay Stewart?
Please contact Dr. Stewart's office at (415) 353-2402 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jay Stewart have?
Dr. Jay Stewart is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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