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Who is Dr. Ates Hicks, Ophthalmologist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Kristin Ates Hicks, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL. Dr. Ates Hicks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ates Hicks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ates Hicks’s office at (325) 265-0239.
What languages does Dr. Ates Hicks speak?
Dr. Ates Hicks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Ates Hicks typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ates Hicks 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. Ates Hicks. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Ates Hicks typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ates Hicks 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. Ates Hicks. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Ates Hicks accept my insurance?
Dr. Ates Hicks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (325) 265-0239 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ates Hicks accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Ates Hicks in Gainesville, FL 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 Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ates Hicks' office located?
Dr. Kristin Ates Hicks' Primary Practice
1600 SW Archer Rd Rm 4101
Gainesville, FL 32610
(325) 265-0239
What is Dr. Ates Hicks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ates Hicks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447837091.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ates Hicks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ates Hicks
What is Dr. Kristin Ates Hicks's specialty?
Dr. Ates Hicks is a Ophthalmologist near Gainesville, FL.
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. Kristin Ates Hicks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ates Hicks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Kristin Ates Hicks accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Kristin Ates Hicks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristin Ates Hicks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ates Hicks's office at (325) 265-0239 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristin Ates Hicks?
Please contact Dr. Ates Hicks's office at (325) 265-0239 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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