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Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD

(5 Ratings)

Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)

University of Maryland School of Medicine (1995)

Professional interests include: optical coherence tomography (OCT), capsulotomy, ocular surface disease, and more.

3800 Reservoir Road Nw
Washington, DC 20007

(202) 444-2000

Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD is an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1995 and has 31 years of experience. Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Health, HELFGOTT, HARGETT AND PLUZNIK, M.D., P.C. and CAPITAL EYE CARE LLC.

Office Locations

110 Irving Street Nw
Washington, DC 20010

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1155 21st Street Nw Suite M400
Washington, DC 20036

(202) 296-4900

(202) 293-3409

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MedStar Health

3800 Reservoir Road Nw
Washington, DC 20007

(202) 444-2000

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Some issues Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD can help you with:

LASIK

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).

LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.

Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.

LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).

An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.

LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.

LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

simple cataract surgery

In 2023, Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD performed more simple cataract surgery procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within District of Columbia.

Top 10%

By Volume:

anterior segment surgery

By Affordability:

fundus photography

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within District of Columbia, Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD performed more anterior segment surgery procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of them and he also had a list price for fundus photography that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

YAG laser capsulotomy

In 2012, Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD performed more YAG laser capsulotomy procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within District of Columbia.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC during 2012 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), laser treatment and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	48
doctor visit	51
eye procedures	2704
laser treatment	62
ultrasound (sonogram)	79

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC during 2013 were eye procedures, laser treatment, ultrasound (sonogram) and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	40
doctor visit	69
eye procedures	3111
laser treatment	57
ultrasound (sonogram)	52

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD.

**Gender**
Male	369
Female	570

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	730
Black	111
Hispanic	28
Asian	45
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	441
From 75 to 84	354
85 and over	132
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD in 2013

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	21
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC during 2014 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	37
doctor visit	59
eye procedures	3142
laser treatment	37
ultrasound (sonogram)	46

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD.

**Gender**
Male	390
Female	588

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	788
Black	98
Hispanic	0
Asian	38
Other	32
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	471
From 75 to 84	367
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD in 2014

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	9
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	19
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC during 2015 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	31
doctor visit	30
evoked potential test	17
eye procedures	3001
laser treatment	31
ultrasound (sonogram)	51

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD.

**Gender**
Male	740
Female	1134

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1514
Black	180
Hispanic	0
Asian	64
Other	72
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	900
From 75 to 84	684
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD in 2015

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	9
Chronic Kidney Disease	11
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	18
Dementia	7
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC during 2016 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	46
doctor visit	80
eye procedures	3209
laser treatment	46
ultrasound (sonogram)	61

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD.

**Gender**
Male	381
Female	590

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	774
Black	94
Hispanic	21
Asian	37
Other	45
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	450
From 75 to 84	367
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD in 2016

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	9
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	20
Dementia	7
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC during 2017 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	15
doctor visit	49
eye procedures	3259
laser treatment	15
ultrasound (sonogram)	57

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD.

**Gender**
Male	471
Female	705

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	872
Black	172
Hispanic	30
Asian	47
Other	55
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	538
From 75 to 84	459
85 and over	166
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD in 2017

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	21
Dementia	7
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC during 2018 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	54
doctor visit	103
eye procedures	3734
laser treatment	54
ultrasound (sonogram)	67

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD.

**Gender**
Male	497
Female	805

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	968
Black	192
Hispanic	33
Asian	45
Other	64
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	575
From 75 to 84	536
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD in 2018

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	21
Dementia	7
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC during 2019 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	64
doctor visit	121
eye procedures	3664
laser treatment	64
ultrasound (sonogram)	53

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD.

**Gender**
Male	506
Female	756

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	979
Black	142
Hispanic	33
Asian	41
Other	67
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	563
From 75 to 84	535
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD in 2019

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	19
Dementia	5
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC during 2020 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	37
doctor visit	166
eye procedures	2451
laser treatment	37
ultrasound (sonogram)	20

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD.

**Gender**
Male	378
Female	575

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	764
Black	73
Hispanic	20
Asian	30
Other	66
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	384
From 75 to 84	443
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD in 2020

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	18
Dementia	5
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC during 2021 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	79
doctor visit	1623
eye procedures	1871
laser treatment	79
ultrasound (sonogram)	36

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD.

**Gender**
Male	442
Female	677

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	902
Black	71
Hispanic	26
Asian	43
Other	77
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	451
From 75 to 84	534
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD in 2021

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	19
Dementia	4
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC during 2022 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	70
doctor visit	1494
eye procedures	1984
laser treatment	70
ultrasound (sonogram)	42

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD.

**Gender**
Male	435
Female	671

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	889
Black	64
Hispanic	26
Asian	42
Other	85
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	422
From 75 to 84	541
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD in 2022

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	9
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	17
Dementia	2
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), laser treatment and capsulotomy.

capsulotomy	47
doctor visit	349
evoked potential test	17
eye procedures	2920
laser treatment	50
ultrasound (sonogram)	51

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD.

**Gender**
Male	419
Female	642

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	108
Asian / Pacific Islander	39
Non-Hispanic White	834
Hispanic	19
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	53

**Age**
75 to 84	438
85 and over	27
Less than 65	2
65 to 74	472

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	9
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	17
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	11
Dementia	5

Education & Training

Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1995. He completed residency at Washington Hospital Center. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology and has a state license in District of Columbia.

Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine (1995)

Residency: Washington Hospital Center (1999)

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology

Licensed In: District of Columbia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

MedStar Washington Hospital Center

MedStar Health

HELFGOTT, HARGETT AND PLUZNIK, M.D., P.C.

CAPITAL EYE CARE LLC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Washington, DC.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Daniel Pluznik, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$5,997 CataractEquipment $3,008	Cataract Equipment $1,800	Ilevro $240	ACTIVEFOCUS $172	Duovisc $171	Other $607
NEW WORLD MEDICAL,INC.	$790 AHMED GLAUCOMA VALVE $551	Kahook Dual Blade $239
Allergan Inc.	$550 LUMIGAN $269	OZURDEX $132	RESTASIS $100	COMBIGAN $29	$21
Abbott Laboratories	$506 Optics $229	Medical Optics $106	Healon Viscoelastics $105	$67
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.	$455 Tecnis Symphony Toric IOL $125	Catalys Laser System $94	Tecnis Multifocal family of 1-piece IOLs $47	Tecnis 1-piece IOL $42	Tecnis Symfony IOL $31	Other $116
Other	$3,643 XIIDRA $573	LUCENTIS $365	Heru HMD $340	LUMIGAN $187	AmnioGraft $148	Other $2,030

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$7,625
Consulting Fee	$4,200
Entertainment	$60
Education	$38
Gift	$19

Biography

Dr. Daniel Pluznik sees patients in Washington, DC. His medical specialty is ophthalmology (eye disease). Before completing his residency at Washington Hospital Center, Dr. Pluznik attended medical school at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. His areas of expertise include macular hole, retinal vein occlusion, and LASIK. Dr. Pluznik's average rating from his patients is 5.0 stars (out of 5). In addition to English, he speaks Hebrew. Dr. Pluznik is professionally affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and MedStar Washington Hospital Center.