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- 3146 Albany Post Rd, Buchanan, NY 10511
About Dr. Polao
Ernest M. Polao, O.D. is an optometrist practicing in Buchanan, NY. Ernest trained at State University of New York - State College Optometry, graduating in 1982. Medicare claims data shows Ernest provided 322 services to 269 patients. The services billed most often include established patient problem focused exam of visual system, photography of the retina, and established patient complete exam of visual system. This provider record is associated with NPI 1114961281.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (914) 736-5600
- Email not available
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Practice Locations
3146 ALBANY POST RD
Buchanan, NY 10511
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Optometry generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Astigmatism
- Dry eye
- Nearsightedness
- Pink eye
- Presbyopia
Contact lens issues
- Contact Lens Intolerance
Cornea conditions
- Keratoconus
- Pterygium
Corneal issues
- Corneal Neovascularization
- Eye Sunburn
Eye conditions
- Broken Blood Vessel in Eye
Eye discomfort
- Burning Eyes
- Discharge from Eye
- Red Eyes
Eye diseases
- Cataracts
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Glaucoma
- Macular degeneration
- Retinal Tear Symptoms
Eye infections
- Corneal ulcer
Eye inflammation
- Iritis
Eye injuries
- Corneal abrasion
- Foreign Object in Eye
Eye irritation
- Eye Allergies
- Eye Pain
- Watery Eyes
Eye surface issues
- Yellow Bump on Eye
Eyelid conditions
- Blepharitis
- Drooping eyelid
- Eye Twitching
- Stye
Eyelid issues
- Chalazion
- Ectropion
- Entropion
- Eyelash Lice or Dandruff
Pediatric eye conditions
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
Pupil issues
- Unequal Pupil Sizes
Tear duct issues
- Blocked tear duct
Vision changes
- Blurry Vision
- Color Blindness
- Distorted Vision
- Double Vision
- Eye Floaters and Flashes
- Eye Strain
- Farsightedness
- Halos Around Lights
- Light Sensitivity
- Night Blindness
- Posterior vitreous detachment
- Tunnel Vision
- Visual Migraines
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Contact lens fitting
- Dry eye treatment
- Eye exam
- Glasses prescription
Contact lens exams
- Bifocal or Multifocal Contact Lens Fitting
- Contact Lens Training
- Plano (Non-Prescription) Colored Contact Lens Exam
- Toric Contact Lens Fitting
Dry eye treatments
- Autologous Serum Eye Drops Fitting
- IPL for Dry Eye
- LipiFlow Treatment
- Meibomian Gland Expression
Examinations
- Comprehensive medical eye examination
- Diabetic Eye Exam
- DMV Vision Test
- Low Vision Assessment
- Pediatric Eye Exam
Eyelid care
- Eyelid Deep Cleaning
Eyelid treatments
- Stye Removal
General exams
- School Vision Screening Follow-Up
Glasses and eyewear
- Blue Light Glasses Consultation
- Eyeglass Frame Adjustment and Repair
- Prescription Sunglasses Consultation
- Prism Eyeglasses Fitting
Imaging & tests
- Color Vision Testing
- Corneal topography
- Coronary optical coherence tomography
- Eye-pressure measurement
- Pachymetry
- Retinal photography
- Visual Field Test
Imaging and scans
- Optical Coherence Tomography Scan
Minor procedures
- Amniotic Membrane Placement
- Tear Duct Plugs
Specialty lenses
- Ortho-K
- RGP Contact Lens Fitting
- Scleral Lens Fitting
Surgical evaluations
- Cataract Evaluation
- Corneal Cross-Linking Evaluation
- LASIK Consultation
- PRK Evaluation
Tear duct procedures
- Flushing of Tear Ducts
Therapy
- Sports Vision Training
- Vision Therapy
Urgent care
- Emergency Eye Care
- Foreign Object Removal from Eye
Vision correction
- Myopia Management
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
322 services · 269 patients · 7 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | Treatment | 92012 |
110 | More often than most peers in Optometrist |
| Photography of the retina | Treatment | 92250 |
75 | More often than most peers in Optometrist |
| Established patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92014 |
43 | Less often than most peers in Optometrist |
| Imaging of optic nerve | Treatment | 92133 |
26 | As often as other peers in Optometrist |
| Imaging of retina | Treatment | 92134 |
20 | Less often than most peers in Optometrist |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more | Office visit | 99214 |
37 | As often as other peers in Optometrist |
| New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more | Office visit | 99204 |
11 | Less often than most peers in Optometrist |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
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Trained at State University of New York - State College Optometry 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1982 at State University of New York - State College Optometry 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 8
Providers in NY who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does Ernest M. Polao specialize in?
Ernest M. Polao is an optometrist in Buchanan, NY. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry.
NPI registry
Where is Ernest M. Polao located?
Ernest M. Polao is listed at 3146 Albany Post Rd, Buchanan, NY 10511. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Ernest M. Polao's phone number?
The number on file is (914) 736-5600. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Ernest M. Polao?
Ernest M. Polao's National Provider Identifier is 1114961281. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Ernest M. Polao train?
Ernest M. Polao attended State University of New York - State College Optometry, graduating in 1982. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Ernest M. Polao have?
Ernest M. Polao has 44 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1982, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What does Ernest M. Polao do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Ernest M. Polao provides treatments such as established patient problem focused exam of visual system and photography of the retina, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Ernest M. Polao's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Ernest M. Polao. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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