LAREDO LASER & SURGERY , LTD.
NPI 1326202342
Clinic/Center - Ambulatory Surgical in Laredo, TX

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Destruction of growth of retina using a laser

This procedure involves using a precise laser to target and remove abnormal growths on the retina, the thin layer at the back of the eye. It's a safe and effective way to protect your vision and prevent further eye damage.

This service was performed 178 times for 62 patients

Destruction of leaking blood vessels of retina using laser

This procedure involves using a laser to treat leaking blood vessels in the retina, the part of the eye responsible for vision. The laser seals off these vessels, preventing further leakage and helping to preserve sight.

This service was performed 118 times for 27 patients

Dilation of fluid outflow drainage within eye

Dilation to improve eye fluid flow is a process where eye drops are used to widen or dilate your pupils. This allows more fluid to flow out of the eye, reducing pressure and helping to prevent or treat conditions like glaucoma.

This service was performed 59 times for 34 patients

Injection of drug into eye

An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.

This service was performed 311 times for 69 patients

Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg

Bevacizumab is a medication given through an injection. It's designed to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that cancer cells need to grow and spread. The 10 mg dose refers to the amount of the drug in the injection.

This service was performed 307 times for 68 patients

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens

This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.

This service was performed 99 times for 66 patients

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens and laser treatment to decrease fluid production in eye

This procedure involves removing a cloudy lens (cataract) from your eye and replacing it with a clear, artificial lens. A laser is then used to reduce fluid production in the eye, helping to lower pressure and improve vision.

This service was performed 58 times for 34 patients

Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser

This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.

This service was performed 14 times for 12 patients

CLIA Information

The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) of 1988 applies to facilities or sites that test human specimens for health assessment or to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease. The CLIA Program sets standards for clinical laboratory testing and issues certificates. The NPI / CLIA crosswalk information for this NPI number is:

CLIA Number

45D1087029

Facility Type

Ambulatory Surgery Center

Certificate Effective Date

July 24, 2024

Certificate Expiration Date

July 23, 2026

Laboratory Director

MICHAEL A. HOCHMAN MD

Certificate Type

Certificate of Waiver

Certificate Type Description

This CLIA certificate is issued to Laredo Laser & Surgery , Ltd. to perform only waived tests. CLIA defines waived tests as simple tests with a low risk for an incorrect result. Waived tests include certain tests listed in CLIA regulations, tests cleared by the FDA for home use and tests approved by the FDA for waived status and that meet CLIA waiver criteria.

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