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Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD

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(Dr. Santiago Julio Villazon Jr., M.D.)

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Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease) and Surgery

Yale School of Medicine

Professional interests include: eye problems

400 5th Avenue Suite 510
Waltham, MA 02451

(339) 222-3545

Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD is an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease) and surgery. He graduated from Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD is affiliated with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Newton-Wellesley Hospital and Boston Medical Center.

Office Locations

1 Boston Medical Center Place
Boston, MA 02118

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1400 Vfw Parkway Boston Vahcs (523)
West Roxbury, MA 02132

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40 Walnut Street Suite 101
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481

(617) 796-3937

(617) 796-3938

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40 Walnut Street Suite 101
Wellesley Hills, MA 02841

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Newton-Wellesley Hospital

400 5th Avenue Suite 510
Waltham, MA 02451

(339) 222-3545

(781) 207-2585

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Some issues Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2023

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Top 5%

By Volume:

simple cataract surgery

In 2023, Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD performed more simple cataract surgery procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within Massachusetts.

Top 25%

By Volume:

laser surgery

YAG laser capsulotomy

By Affordability:

anterior segment surgery

cataract surgery

cataract surgery with IOL implantation

complex cataract surgery

extracapsular cataract extraction with IOL implantation

extracapsular lens removal

intraocular lens implant

lens removal surgery

lens replacement surgery

simple cataract surgery

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within Massachusetts, Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD performed more laser surgery, and YAG laser capsulotomy procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for anterior segment surgery, cataract surgery, cataract surgery with IOL implantation, complex cataract surgery, extracapsular cataract extraction (ECCE) with IOL implantation, extracapsular lens removal, intraocular lens (IOL) implant, lens removal surgery, lens replacement surgery, and simple cataract surgery that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% 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.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA during 2012 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	68
eye procedures	240

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA during 2013 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	86
eye procedures	284

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	76

**Age**
From 65 to 74	49
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2013

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	11
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA during 2014 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	168
eye procedures	575

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	110

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	164
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	79
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2014

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	27
Dementia	7
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA during 2015 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	208
eye procedures	691

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	166
Female	272

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	414
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	220
From 75 to 84	158
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2015

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	22
Dementia	5
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA during 2016 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	211
eye procedures	892

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	142

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	209
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	119
From 75 to 84	72
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2016

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	18
Dementia	7
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA during 2017 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	19
doctor visit	219
eye procedures	758
laser treatment	19

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	105
Female	128

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	218
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	124
From 75 to 84	85
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2017

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	15
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA during 2018 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	26
doctor visit	237
eye procedures	813
laser treatment	26

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	140

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	220
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	145
From 75 to 84	70
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2018

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	18
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA during 2019 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	27
doctor visit	292
eye procedures	738
laser treatment	27

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	84
Female	181

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	248
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	152
From 75 to 84	90
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2019

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	13
Dementia	9
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA during 2020 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	27
doctor visit	205
eye procedures	478
laser treatment	27

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	112

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	167
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	101
From 75 to 84	72
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2020

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	18
Dementia	0
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA during 2021 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	31
doctor visit	293
eye procedures	749
laser treatment	31

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	172

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	247
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	143
From 75 to 84	104
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2021

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	15
Dementia	5
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA during 2022 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	24
doctor visit	367
eye procedures	926
laser treatment	24

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	127
Female	206

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	301
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	170
From 75 to 84	141
85 and over	22
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2022

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	14
Dementia	4
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA during 2023 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	44
doctor visit	365
eye procedures	920
laser treatment	44

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	127
Female	220

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	316
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	161
From 75 to 84	164
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2023

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	18
Dementia	0
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

capsulotomy	28
doctor visit	226
eye procedures	672
laser treatment	28

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD.

**Gender**
Female	146
Male	89

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	208
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	1

**Age**
75 to 84	89
85 and over	1
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	121

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD From 2012 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	16
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	3
Cancer	13

Education & Training

Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD graduated from Yale School of Medicine. He completed residency at Boston Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: Yale School of Medicine

Residency: Boston Medical Center

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Boston Medical Center

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Alcon Vision LLC	$2,504 Wavelight $784	ARGOS $609	Wavelight Refractive Suite $537	LenSx $251	EYSUVIS $68	Other $256
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$1,448 IOL $698	ORA $118	LenSx $100	Cataract Equipment $95	ReSTOR $83	Other $353
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.	$364 Tecnis Symfony IOL $239	Healon Viscoelastics $125
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.	$356 TYRVAYA $286	RYZUMVI $70
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.	$193 XELPROS $110	CEQUA $83
Other	$617 XIIDRA $215	Optics $121	LOTEMAX SM $69	LOTEMAX GEL $38	Photrexa $34	Other $141

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$4,908
Travel and Lodging	$574

Biography

Dr. Santiago Villazon is a specialist in surgery and ophthalmology (eye disease). In his practice, Dr. Villazon focuses on eye problems. His education and training includes medical school at Yale School of Medicine and residency at Boston Medical Center. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Boston Medical Center, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Dr. Villazon's practice in Wellesley, MA is open to new patients as reported by Newton-Wellesley Hospital.

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2013

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2014 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2014

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2016

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2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2017

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2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2018

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2019

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2020

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2021

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2022 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2022

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2023 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD in 2023

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Santiago J. Villazon JR., MD From 2012 - 2023

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General Payments

Biography

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