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Who is Dr. Joly, Ophthalmologist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Thomas Joly, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Joly graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and completed his residency at CEME/Lakeside Medical Center Program. Dr. Joly is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joly’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joly’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Joly?
Dr. Thomas Joly, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Joly empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Oculoplastic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Norfolk/VA community, Dr. Joly is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Joly go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: CEME/Lakeside Medical Center Program
Medical School: University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
Is Dr. Joly board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Joly, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Joly speak?
Dr. Joly and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Joly treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Joly 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. Joly. 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:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
- Mechanical Eyelid Droop
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02413: Mechanical ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- G245: Blepharospasm
- H02422: Myogenic ptosis of left eyelid
- H02421: Myogenic ptosis of right eyelid
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does Dr. Joly perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Joly 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. Joly. 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:
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Chalazion Removal
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Eyelid Entropion Repair
- Eyelid Retraction Correction
- Eyelid Closure Surgery
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Ectropion Repair
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Repair)
- Temporary Eyelid Closure
- Eyelid Closure Surgery with Tarsal Plate Transposition
- Eyelid Surgery to Help Eye Close (Gold Weight Implant)
- Ptosis Repair (Fasanella-Servat Type)
- Multiple Eyelid Chalazion Removal
- Eyelid Corner Reconstruction (Canthoplasty)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Ptosis Repair
- Blepharoptosis Correction
- Eyelid Margin Lesion Destruction
- Eyelid Growth Removal
- Lid Margin Lesion Treatment
- Eyelid Bump Removal
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Entropion Correction Surgery
- Inward-Turning Eyelid Repair
- Tarsal Wedge Excision
- Eyelid Surgery for Entropion
- Eyelid retraction repair
- Lower eyelid retraction surgery
- Fix pulled back eyelid
- Tarsorrhaphy
- Canthorrhaphy
- Eyelid Adhesion Surgery
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
- Outward-Turning Eyelid Surgery
- Eyelid Sagging Repair
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Blepharoptosis repair
- Eyelid lift for ptosis
- Frontalis sling for droopy eyelid
- Eyelid suturing
- Frost suture procedure
- Temporary tarsorrhaphy
- Eyelid Reconstruction
- Lagophthalmos correction
- Gold weight eyelid implant
- Upper eyelid load
- Eyelid closure surgery
- Levator Resection for Ptosis
- Chalazion Excision
- Eyelid Cyst Removal
- Canthoplasty
- Eyelid corner repair
- Eye shape surgery
- Reconstructive eyelid surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67903: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, internal approach
- 67850: Destruction of lesion of lid margin (up to 1 cm)
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 67923: Repair of entropion; excision tarsal wedge
- 67911: Correction of lid retraction
- 67880: Construction of intermarginal adhesions, median tarsorrhaphy, or canthorrhaphy;
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
- 67916: Repair of ectropion; excision tarsal wedge
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
- 67901: Repair of blepharoptosis; frontalis muscle technique with suture or other material (eg, banked fascia)
- 67805: Excision of chalazion; multiple, different lids
- 67875: Temporary closure of eyelids by suture (eg, Frost suture)
- 67882: Construction of intermarginal adhesions, median tarsorrhaphy, or canthorrhaphy; with transposition of tarsal plate
- 67912: Correction of lagophthalmos, with implantation of upper eyelid lid load (eg, gold weight)
- 67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
- 67801: Excision of chalazion; multiple, same lid
- 67950: Canthoplasty (reconstruction of canthus)
Also known as:
- Eye Socket Lesion Removal
- Eye Socket Exploration and Biopsy
- Eye Socket Decompression Surgery
- Eye Socket Implant Removal or Revision
- Orbitotomy
- Orbital Tumor Removal
- Eye Socket Growth Surgery
- Orbitotomy without bone removal
- Orbital exploration
- Eye socket biopsy
- Orbital Decompression
- Eye Socket Bone Removal
- Orbital Implant Exchange
- Remove Eye Socket Implant
- Revise Orbital Implant
CPT Codes:
- 67412: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of lesion
- 67400: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); for exploration, with or without biopsy
- 67414: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of bone for decompression
- 67560: Orbital implant (implant outside muscle cone); removal or revision
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Bypass Surgery (DCR)
- Tear Duct Obstruction Removal
- Tear Duct Bypass Surgery with Tube
- Dacryocystorhinostomy
- Blocked Tear Duct Surgery
- Lacrimal Sac to Nasal Cavity Bypass
- Lacrimal Passage Clearance
- Dacryolith Removal
- Tear Duct Stone Removal
- Eye Foreign Body Removal (Tear Duct)
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)
- Conjunctivorhinostomy
- Tear Duct Stent Placement
- Eye to Nose Drainage Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 68720: Dacryocystorhinostomy (fistulization of lacrimal sac to nasal cavity)
- 68530: Removal of foreign body or dacryolith, lacrimal passages
- 68750: Conjunctivorhinostomy (fistulization of conjunctiva to nasal cavity); with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Drooping Brow Repair
- Brow Lift
- Forehead Lift
- Ptosis Repair (Brow)
CPT Codes:
- 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Opening Procedure
- Conjunctival Lesion Removal
- Eye Content Removal with Implant
- Lacrimal Punctum Incision
- Punctal Dilation
- Blocked Tear Duct Opening
- Tear Duct Snip
- Eye Growth Excision
- Conjunctiva Lesion Surgery
- Pterygium Removal
- Ocular evisceration with implant
- Eye removal (partial) with prosthetic
- Evisceration of eye
CPT Codes:
- 68440: Snip incision of lacrimal punctum
- 68110: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; up to 1 cm
- 65093: Evisceration of ocular contents; with implant
Also known as:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
Also known as:
- Eyelid Reconstruction (Second Stage)
- Eyelid Reconstruction with Flap
- Lower Eyelid Reconstruction
- Full thickness eyelid repair
- Tarsoconjunctival flap
- Eyelid surgery
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Tarsoconjunctival Flap
- Eyelid Surgery
- Eyelid Flap Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67975: Reconstruction of eyelid, full thickness by transfer of tarsoconjunctival flap from opposing eyelid; second stage
- 67971: Reconstruction of eyelid, full thickness by transfer of tarsoconjunctival flap from opposing eyelid; up to two-thirds of eyelid, 1 stage or first stage
- 67973: Reconstruction of eyelid, full thickness by transfer of tarsoconjunctival flap from opposing eyelid; total eyelid, lower, 1 stage or first stage
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Tear Duct Opening Dilation
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
- Lacrimal Punctum Dilation
- Tear Duct Widening
- Punctal Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
- 68801: Dilation of lacrimal punctum, with or without irrigation
Also known as:
- Eyelash Correction for Trichiasis
- Trichiasis Treatment
- Ingrown Eyelash Removal
- Electrosurgery for Eyelashes
CPT Codes:
- 67825: Correction of trichiasis; epilation by other than forceps (eg, by electrosurgery, cryotherapy, laser surgery)
Also known as:
- Eyelid Skin Biopsy
- Eyelid Biopsy
- Lid Margin Biopsy
- Eyelid Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 67810: Incisional Biopsy Of Eyelid Skin Including Lid Margin
Also known as:
- Conjunctiva Repair with Graft
- Removal of Large Conjunctival Lesion
- Conjunctival Grafting
- Eye Surface Reconstruction
- Extensive Conjunctivoplasty
- Conjunctival Excision
- Eye Lesion Removal
- Pterygium Excision
CPT Codes:
- 68320: Conjunctivoplasty; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement
- 68115: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; over 1 cm
Also known as:
- Eyelid Wound Repair (Full Thickness)
- Eyelid laceration repair
- Full thickness eyelid suture
- Lid margin repair
CPT Codes:
- 67935: Suture of recent wound, eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, and/or palpebral conjunctiva direct closure; full thickness
Also known as:
- Conjunctiva Biopsy
- Eye Surface Biopsy
- Conjunctival Tissue Sample
- Biopsy of the Eye Lining
CPT Codes:
- 68100: Biopsy of conjunctiva
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing
- Lacrimal Duct Probing
- Tear Duct Irrigation
- Unblocking Tear Duct
CPT Codes:
- 68840: Probing of lacrimal canaliculi, with or without irrigation
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
- Shaving of Small Skin Lesion (Face/Head)
- Facial Lesion Excision
- Ear Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Lesion Surgery
- Lip Lesion Removal
- Facial Skin Growth Excision
- Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
- Eyelid Lesion Excision
- Epidermal Lesion Shave Excision
- Dermal Lesion Removal
- Skin Growth Shaving
CPT Codes:
- 11440: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
- 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 11310: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 0.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
- Facial Skin Graft
- Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
- Full Thickness Graft for Face
- Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
CPT Codes:
- 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
- Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
- Multiple Skin Tag Removal
- Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions
Also known as:
- Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Facial mole removal
- Eyelid lesion excision
- Lip lesion removal
- Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
- 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Simple Wound Closure
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound Re-closure
- Superficial Wound Repair
- Dehiscence Repair
- Stitch a Wound Open
CPT Codes:
- 12020: Treatment of superficial wound dehiscence; simple closure
Also known as:
- Small Skin Cancer Removal (Face)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
- Small Tumor Removal from Face
CPT Codes:
- 11640: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Temporal Artery Biopsy or Ligation
- Head Artery Biopsy
- Giant Cell Arteritis Biopsy
- Temporal Artery Tie-Off
CPT Codes:
- 37609: Ligation or biopsy, temporal artery
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)
- Endoscopic Tear Duct Opening
- Nasal Endoscopy for Tear Duct
CPT Codes:
- 31239: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with dacryocystorhinostomy
Does Dr. Joly accept my insurance?
Dr. Joly accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Joly accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Joly in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fox Insurance Company
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Joly's office located?
What is Dr. Joly's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Joly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093709156.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joly?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Joly
What is Dr. Thomas Joly's specialty?
Dr. Joly is a Ophthalmologist near Norfolk, VA. 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. Joly to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Joly affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Joly is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General 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
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Is Thomas Joly accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Joly is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Joly offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Joly's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Joly?
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Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Joly have?
Dr. Thomas Joly is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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