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40 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Wilkes, Specialist in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Emanuel Wilkes, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Wilkes graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center, Ophthalmology. Dr. Wilkes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilkes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilkes’s office at (706) 327-9965.
Where did Dr. Wilkes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center, Ophthalmology | Harlem Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
Is Dr. Wilkes board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Emanuel Wilkes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Wilkes speak?
Dr. Wilkes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wilkes treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Wilkes 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. Wilkes. 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
- Posterior Subcapsular Polar Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Back Lens Capsule Cataract
- Posterior Polar Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25041: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, right eye
- H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25042: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113212: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113211: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
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:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Does Dr. Wilkes accept my insurance?
Dr. Wilkes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 327-9965 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wilkes accept in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Wilkes in Columbus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wilkes' office located?
What is Dr. Wilkes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wilkes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518061944.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilkes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wilkes
What is Dr. Emanuel Wilkes's specialty?
Dr. Wilkes is a Specialist near Columbus, GA. Contact Dr. Wilkes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emanuel Wilkes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wilkes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Piedmont Columbus Regional - Midtown. 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Emanuel Wilkes accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?
Yes, Dr. Emanuel Wilkes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emanuel Wilkes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wilkes's office at (706) 327-9965 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emanuel Wilkes?
Please contact Dr. Wilkes's office at (706) 327-9965 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emanuel Wilkes have?
Dr. Emanuel Wilkes is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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