Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mays, Ophthalmologist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Christian Mays, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mays is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mays’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mays’s office at (319) 356-3705.
What languages does Dr. Mays speak?
Dr. Mays and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Mays typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Mays 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. Mays. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Mays typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Mays 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. Mays. 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 here.
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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Mays accept my insurance?
Dr. Mays accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-3705 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mays accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Mays in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Other TPA
Paragon Benefits
Spectrum / Priority Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mays' office located?
Dr. Christian Mays' Primary Practice
1330 Interstate Pkwy
Augusta, GA 30909
(319) 356-3705
What is Dr. Mays's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mays's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003470352.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mays?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mays
What is Dr. Christian Mays's specialty?
Dr. Mays is a Ophthalmologist near Augusta, GA.
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. Christian Mays affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mays is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital 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
When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christian Mays accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Christian Mays is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Mays offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mays's office at (319) 356-3705 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Mays?
Please contact Dr. Mays's office at (319) 356-3705 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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