Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Riggins, Ophthalmologist in Wichita, KS?
Dr. Michele Riggins, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Wichita, KS with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Riggins graduated from Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine. Dr. Riggins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riggins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riggins’s office at (316) 722-8883.
Where did Dr. Riggins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Riggins board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Michele Riggins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Riggins speak?
Dr. Riggins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Riggins typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Riggins 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. Riggins. 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:
- Tunnel Vision in Both Eyes
- Specific Blind Spots in Both Eyes
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Bilateral generalized contraction of visual field
- Constricted visual field both eyes
- Narrowed vision in both eyes
- Bilateral sector defects
- Bilateral arcuate defects
- Curved blind spots in both eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53483: Generalized contraction of visual field, bilateral
- H53433: Sector or arcuate defects, bilateral
Also known as:
- Hidden Inward Eye Turn
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Outward Hidden Eye Turn
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Esophoria
- Latent esotropia
- Hidden crossed eyes
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Latent Outward Squint
- Exophoria
- Eye Muscle Imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5051: Esophoria
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5052: Exophoria
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cataract
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Riggins typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Riggins 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. Riggins. 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:
- 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Strabismus Surgery (Repeat)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Squint Surgery
- Repeat Strabismus Repair
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67331: Strabismus surgery on patient with previous eye surgery or injury that did not involve the extraocular muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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)
Does Dr. Riggins accept my insurance?
Dr. Riggins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (316) 722-8883 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riggins accept in Wichita, KS?
Dr. Riggins in Wichita, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Riggins' office located?
What is Dr. Riggins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riggins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548423304.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riggins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riggins
What is Dr. Michele Riggins's specialty?
Dr. Riggins is a Ophthalmologist near Wichita, KS.
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. Michele Riggins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Riggins is affiliated with Wesley Medical Center, Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center, Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Salina Regional Health Center, Nmc Health Medical Center, The University Of Kansas Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Michele Riggins accepting new patients in Wichita, KS?
Yes, Dr. Michele Riggins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michele Riggins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riggins's office at (316) 722-8883 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michele Riggins?
Please contact Dr. Riggins's office at (316) 722-8883 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michele Riggins have?
Dr. Michele Riggins is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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