Dr. Stephen Prepas, MD
Orange, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prepas, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Stephen Prepas, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Prepas graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Kings County Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology; Va Long Beach Hlthcare Sys, Ophthalmology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Prepas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prepas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prepas’s office at (949) 644-7026.
Where did Dr. Prepas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: SUNY Downstate Med Ctr, Pediatric Ophth
Residency: Kings County Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology; Va Long Beach Hlthcare Sys, Ophthalmology; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Prepas board certified as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Prepas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Prepas speak?
Dr. Prepas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Prepas typically treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Prepas 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. Prepas. 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:
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Eye Misalignment
- Inward Turning Eye
- Esotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Strabismus
- Squint
- Eye turn
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H509: Unspecified strabismus
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Vision Loss in One Eye
- Reduced Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53001: Unspecified amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Prepas typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Prepas may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
Please contact Dr. Prepas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prepas accept my insurance?
Dr. Prepas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 644-7026 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prepas accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Prepas in Orange, CA 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prepas' office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Prepas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prepas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023103660.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prepas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prepas
What is Dr. Stephen Prepas's specialty?
Dr. Prepas is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Orange, CA.
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Stephen Prepas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prepas is affiliated with Uci Medical Center 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
When to see a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Prepas accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Prepas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Prepas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prepas's office at (949) 644-7026 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Prepas?
Please contact Dr. Prepas's office at (949) 644-7026 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Prepas have?
Dr. Stephen Prepas is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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