Who is Dr. Dukar, Ophthalmologist in Evansville, IN?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dukar?
Dr. Omar Dukar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Dukar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Glaucoma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Evansville, IN community, Dr. Dukar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Dukar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Louisville Program
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Is Dr. Dukar board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Omar Dukar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Dukar speak?
Dr. Dukar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- French
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Dukar typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Dukar 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. Dukar. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Dukar typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Dukar 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. Dukar. 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:
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure Surgery
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery
- 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:
- 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:
- Glaucoma Laser Treatment (Cyclophotocoagulation)
- Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
- Ciliary body laser
- CPC treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66710: Ciliary body destruction; cyclophotocoagulation, transscleral
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:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
Also known as:
- Eye Surgery Wound Repair
- Anterior segment wound revision
- Eye wound repair
- Ocular wound revision
CPT Codes:
- 66250: Revision or repair of operative wound of anterior segment, any type, early or late, major or minor procedure
Does Dr. Dukar accept my insurance?
Dr. Dukar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (812) 423-3131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dukar accept in Evansville, IN?
Dr. Dukar in Evansville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
SIHO Holding
UMR Administered Payer
United Mine Workers of America (UMWA)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Dukar's office located?
Dr. Omar Dukar's Primary Practice
1020 W Buena Vista Rd
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 423-3131
What hospitals are Dr. Dukar affiliated with?
Dr. Dukar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Dukar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dukar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609875723.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dukar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dukar