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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blaydes, Ophthalmologist in Bluefield, WV?
Dr. Stephen Blaydes, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Bluefield, WV with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Blaydes graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Ophthalmology; Shadyside Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Blaydes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blaydes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blaydes’s office at (304) 327-8128.
Where did Dr. Blaydes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Ophthalmology; Shadyside Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program
Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | University of Virginia Medical School | Tairunnessa Memorial Medical College and Hospital
Is Dr. Blaydes board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Blaydes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Blaydes speak?
Dr. Blaydes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Blaydes treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Blaydes 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. Blaydes. 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
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary 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
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Keratitis
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Inflammation
- Inflamed Cornea
- Eye Surface Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16143: Punctate keratitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
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:
- Monocular Exotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
What procedures does Dr. Blaydes perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Blaydes 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. Blaydes. 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:
- 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:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
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)
Does Dr. Blaydes accept my insurance?
Dr. Blaydes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 327-8128 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blaydes accept in Bluefield, WV?
Dr. Blaydes in Bluefield, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Gilead
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
Premier
State of Tennessee
United Mine Workers of America
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blaydes' office located?
Dr. Stephen Blaydes' Primary Practice
1109 W Cumberland Rd
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-8128
What is Dr. Blaydes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blaydes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437181054.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blaydes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blaydes
What is Dr. Stephen Blaydes's specialty?
Dr. Blaydes is a Ophthalmologist near Bluefield, WV. 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. Blaydes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Blaydes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blaydes is affiliated with CAMC General Hospital, Raleigh General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Stephen Blaydes accepting new patients in Bluefield, WV?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Blaydes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Blaydes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blaydes's office at (304) 327-8128 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Blaydes?
Please contact Dr. Blaydes's office at (304) 327-8128 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Blaydes have?
Dr. Stephen Blaydes is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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