Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thurtell, Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, IA?
Where did Dr. Thurtell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Neuro-ophthalmology, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH | Neuro-ophthalmology, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
Residency: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Medical School: University of Sydney
What languages does Dr. Thurtell speak?
Dr. Thurtell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Thurtell typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Thurtell 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. Thurtell. 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.
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Poor Vision
- Low Vision
- Visual Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
- H479: Unspecified disorder of visual pathways
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Optic Nerve Damage from Lack of Blood Flow
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
- Eye Stroke
- AION
- Optic Nerve Infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47012: Ischemic optic neuropathy, left eye
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Other Pituitary Gland Disorder
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Gland Problems
- Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis Dysfunction
- Endocrine Gland Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- E236: Other disorders of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Thurtell typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Thurtell may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
Please contact Dr. Thurtell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thurtell accept my insurance?
Dr. Thurtell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-1616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thurtell accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Thurtell in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Medicare
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Thurtell's office located?
Dr. Matthew Thurtell's Primary Practice
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242
(319) 356-1616
What hospitals are Dr. Thurtell affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Thurtell has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Thurtell's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thurtell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194904169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thurtell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thurtell