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Dr. Frank Burns, MD

Louisville, KY

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Burns, Ophthalmologist in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Frank Burns, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Burns completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Burns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burns’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burns’s office at (502) 245-0305.

    Where did Dr. Burns go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo | University of Missouri / Columbia Campus

    What languages does Dr. Burns speak?

    Dr. Burns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Burns treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Burns 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. Burns. 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
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Glaucomatous optic neuropathy
    • Eye pressure damage
    • Optic nerve damage from glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H47233: Glaucomatous optic atrophy, bilateral

    What procedures does Dr. Burns perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Burns 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. Burns. 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:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment

    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
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion Removal
    • Eyelid Lesion Removal
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Meibomian Cyst Removal
    • Eyelid growth removal
    • Eyelid bump excision
    • Eyelid skin lesion surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
    • 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure

    Also known as:

    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 65820: Goniotomy

    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

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Burns accept my insurance?

    Dr. Burns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 245-0305 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Burns accept in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Burns in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Steris Corporation

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Burns' office located?

    Dr. Frank Burns' Primary Practice

    13324 Shelbyville Rd

    Louisville, KY 40223

    (502) 245-0305

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    What is Dr. Burns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Burns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881703924.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burns?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burns

    What is Dr. Frank Burns's specialty?

    Dr. Burns is a Ophthalmologist near Louisville, KY. 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. Burns to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Frank Burns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Burns is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville 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 Frank Burns accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Frank Burns is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Frank Burns offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Burns's office at (502) 245-0305 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Frank Burns?

    Please contact Dr. Burns's office at (502) 245-0305 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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