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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Friend, Ophthalmologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. John Friend, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Friend is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friend’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friend’s office at (214) 645-2020.
What languages does Dr. Friend speak?
Dr. Friend and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Friend treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Friend 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. Friend. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H268: Other specified cataract
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Conical cornea
- KC
- Corneal thinning disorder
- Cone-shaped Cornea
- Corneal Thinning Disorder
- Bulging Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18603: Keratoconus, unspecified, bilateral
- H18613: Keratoconus, stable, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
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:
- 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:
- Corneal Ulcer
- Corneal Disorder
- Eye ulcer
- Sore on the cornea
- Corneal abrasion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16002: Unspecified corneal ulcer, left eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
What procedures does Dr. Friend perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Friend 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. Friend. 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:
- 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:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
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
Does Dr. Friend accept my insurance?
Dr. Friend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 645-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Friend accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Friend in Dallas, TX 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 Alabama
California Foundation for Medical Care
Centene
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
JPS Health Network
Medicare
MedImpact
Molina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Friend's office located?
What is Dr. Friend's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Friend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265063556.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friend?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Friend
What is Dr. John Friend's specialty?
Dr. Friend is a Ophthalmologist near Dallas, 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. Friend to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Friend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Friend is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Methodist Mansfield Medical Center 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 John Friend accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. John Friend is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Friend offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Friend's office at (214) 645-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Friend?
Please contact Dr. Friend's office at (214) 645-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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