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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Esters, Ophthalmologist in Harker Heights, TX?
Dr. John Esters, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Harker Heights, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Esters graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Central Al Vet Hlthcare Sys, Ophthalmology St John Hosp & Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Esters is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Esters’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Esters’s office at (254) 519-2020.
Where did Dr. Esters go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Central Al Vet Hlthcare Sys, Ophthalmology St John Hosp & Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Va Hosp | University of South Florida Morsani (James A Haley Veterans Hospital) Program
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc | Howard Univ College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Esters speak?
Dr. Esters and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Esters treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Esters 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. Esters. 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:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
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:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Keratitis
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
- Corneal Inflammation
- Inflamed Cornea
- Eye Surface Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
- H16143: Punctate keratitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Nonexudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
- H353130: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, stage unspecified
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:
- Conjunctivochalasis
- Eye Disease
- Loose conjunctiva
- Excess conjunctival tissue
- Conjunctival redundancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11823: Conjunctivochalasis, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Esters perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Esters 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. Esters. 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:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
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)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye (No Stitches)
- Ocular surface repair with amniotic membrane
- Eye membrane graft
- Sutureless amniotic membrane transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65778: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures
Does Dr. Esters accept my insurance?
Dr. Esters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 519-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Esters accept in Harker Heights, TX?
Dr. Esters in Harker Heights, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Health
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
First Medical Health Plan
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Esters' office located?
Dr. John Esters' Primary Practice
800 W Central Texas Expy Ste 150
Harker Heights, TX 76548
(254) 519-2020
What is Dr. Esters's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Esters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033390265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Esters?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Esters
What is Dr. John Esters's specialty?
Dr. Esters is a Ophthalmologist near Harker Heights, TX. 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. Esters to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Esters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Esters is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth Rollins Brook. 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 Esters accepting new patients in Harker Heights, TX?
Yes, Dr. John Esters is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Esters offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Esters's office at (254) 519-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Esters?
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