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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Worley, Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Michael Worley, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Worley is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Worley’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Worley’s office at (225) 654-1061.
What languages does Dr. Worley speak?
Dr. Worley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Worley treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Worley 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. Worley. 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
- Eyelid Retraction
- Eyelid Disorder
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
- Retracted Eyelid
- Eyelid Pullback
- Staring Eyes
- Eyelid Drooping
- Upper Eyelid Sagging
- Fallen Eyelid
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02532: Eyelid retraction right lower eyelid
- H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02421: Myogenic ptosis of right eyelid
- H02535: Eyelid retraction left lower eyelid
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
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C441122: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right lower eyelid, including canthus
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- BCC
- Rodent Ulcer
- Eyelid Skin Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C441192: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left lower eyelid, including canthus
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:
- Tear Duct Blockage
- Tears
- Blocked tear duct
- Nasolacrimal duct obstruction
- Tear drainage blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04222: Epiphora due to insufficient drainage, left side
Also known as:
- Excessive Tearing from Poor Drainage
- Tears
- Blocked Tear Duct
- Tear Duct Obstruction
- Poor Tear Drainage
- Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04221: Epiphora due to insufficient drainage, right side
What procedures does Dr. Worley perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Worley 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. Worley. 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:
- Eyelid Corner Reconstruction (Canthoplasty)
- Eyelid Retraction Correction
- Droopy Eyelid Repair
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Entropion Repair with Suture
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Temporary Eyelid Closure
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Canthoplasty
- Eyelid corner repair
- Eye shape surgery
- Reconstructive eyelid surgery
- Eyelid retraction repair
- Lower eyelid retraction surgery
- Fix pulled back eyelid
- Ptosis Repair
- Blepharoptosis Correction
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Ptosis Correction
- Suture Entropion Correction
- Inward-Turning Eyelid Surgery
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Eyelid suturing
- Frost suture procedure
- Temporary tarsorrhaphy
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
CPT Codes:
- 67950: Canthoplasty (reconstruction of canthus)
- 67911: Correction of lid retraction
- 67903: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, internal approach
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 67921: Repair of entropion; suture
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
- 67875: Temporary closure of eyelids by suture (eg, Frost suture)
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Probing of Tear Duct
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
- Nasolacrimal duct probing
- Tear duct irrigation
- Blocked tear duct treatment
- Lacrimal duct probing
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
- 68810: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation;
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:
- Tear Duct Plastic Repair
- Canaliculi repair
- Lacrimal canaliculus reconstruction
- Tear duct surgery
CPT Codes:
- 68700: Plastic repair of canaliculi
Also known as:
- Eye Socket Exploration and Biopsy
- Orbitotomy without bone removal
- Orbital exploration
- Eye socket biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 67400: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); for exploration, with or without biopsy
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Bypass Surgery (DCR)
- Dacryocystorhinostomy
- Blocked Tear Duct Surgery
- Lacrimal Sac to Nasal Cavity Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 68720: Dacryocystorhinostomy (fistulization of lacrimal sac to nasal cavity)
Also known as:
- Conjunctiva Repair with Graft
- Conjunctival Grafting
- Eye Surface Reconstruction
- Extensive Conjunctivoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 68320: Conjunctivoplasty; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Head and Neck Muscle Flap Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
- Myocutaneous Flap
- Fasciocutaneous Flap
- Head and Neck Reconstruction
- Vascular Pedicle Flap
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
- 15733: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; head and neck with named vascular pedicle (ie, buccinators, genioglossus, temporalis, masseter, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapulae)
Also known as:
- Midface Flap Reconstruction
- Zygomaticofacial Flap
- Cheek Flap Surgery
- Midface Tissue Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15730: Midface flap (ie, zygomaticofacial flap) with preservation of vascular pedicle(s)
Also known as:
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Worley accept my insurance?
Dr. Worley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 654-1061 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Worley accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Worley in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
County of Kern (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
SSM Health Care
State of Louisiana
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Worley's office located?
Dr. Michael Worley's Primary Practice
3715 Prytania St Ste 504
New Orleans, LA 70115
(225) 654-1061
What is Dr. Worley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Worley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902073547.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Worley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Worley
What is Dr. Michael Worley's specialty?
Dr. Worley is a Ophthalmologist near New Orleans, LA. 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. Worley to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Worley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Worley is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish 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 Michael Worley accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Worley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Worley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Worley's office at (225) 654-1061 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Worley?
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