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Dr. John Hickox, MD

Albuquerque, NM

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    Who is Dr. Hickox, Ophthalmologist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. John Hickox, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. He is board certified. Dr. Hickox graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine. Dr. Hickox is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hickox’s office at (505) 243-9739.

    Where did Dr. Hickox go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hickox speak?

    Dr. Hickox and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hickox treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hickox 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. Hickox. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Hidden Inward Eye Turn
    • Outward Hidden Eye Turn
    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Esophoria
    • Latent esotropia
    • Hidden crossed eyes
    • Latent Outward Squint
    • Exophoria
    • Eye Muscle Imbalance
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
    • Accommodative Squint
    • Esotropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5051: Esophoria
    • H5052: Exophoria
    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Lazy eye from refractive error
    • Anisometropic amblyopia
    • Refractive lazy eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Keratitis
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Corneal Inflammation
    • Inflamed Cornea
    • Eye Surface Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16143: Punctate keratitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Inflamed eyelids
    • Eyelid margin inflammation
    • Crusty eyelids
    • Eyelid irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01002: Unspecified blepharitis right lower eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Does Dr. Hickox accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hickox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 243-9739 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hickox accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Hickox in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • State of New Mexico

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    Where is Dr. Hickox's office located?

    Dr. John Hickox's Primary Practice

    303 Mulberry St NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 243-9739

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    What is Dr. Hickox's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hickox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619140027.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hickox?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hickox

    What is Dr. John Hickox's specialty?

    Dr. Hickox is a Ophthalmologist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Hickox to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Hickox affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hickox is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is John Hickox accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. John Hickox is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Hickox offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hickox's office at (505) 243-9739 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Hickox?

    Please contact Dr. Hickox's office at (505) 243-9739 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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