Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vickers, Ophthalmologist in Port Saint Lucie, FL?
Dr. William Vickers, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Port Saint Lucie, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vickers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vickers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vickers’s office at (772) 448-4865.
Is Dr. Vickers board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. William Vickers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Vickers speak?
Dr. Vickers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Vickers typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Vickers 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. Vickers. 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:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Dermatochalasis
- Droopy Eyelid Skin
- Excess Eyelid Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02834: Dermatochalasis of left upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
- Eyelid Drooping
- Upper Eyelid Sagging
- Fallen Eyelid
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- G245: Blepharospasm
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Non-cancerous skin lesion
- Skin tumor
- Skin lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D23122: Other benign neoplasm of skin of left lower eyelid, including canthus
Also known as:
- Benign Tumor on Right Lower Eyelid Skin
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Non-cancerous growth on right lower eyelid
- Right lower eyelid skin lesion
- Benign right lower eyelid mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D23112: Other benign neoplasm of skin of right lower eyelid, including canthus
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Vickers typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Vickers 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. Vickers. 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:
- Ptosis Repair (Fasanella-Servat Type)
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Eyelid Repair (Extensive)
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Levator Resection for Ptosis
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Reconstruction
- Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
CPT Codes:
- 67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
- 67966: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; over one-fourth of lid margin
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
Also known as:
- Drooping Brow Repair
- Brow Lift
- Forehead Lift
- Ptosis Repair (Brow)
CPT Codes:
- 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
- Lip Cancer Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Does Dr. Vickers accept my insurance?
Dr. Vickers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 448-4865 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vickers accept in Port Saint Lucie, FL?
Dr. Vickers in Port Saint Lucie, 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 Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
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Where is Dr. Vickers' office located?
Dr. William Vickers' Primary Practice
260 NW Peacock Blvd Ste 101
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 448-4865
Dr. William Vickers' Practice 2
555 NW Lake Whitney Pl Ste 105
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
What is Dr. Vickers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vickers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639269798.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vickers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vickers
What is Dr. William Vickers's specialty?
Dr. Vickers is a Ophthalmologist near Port Saint Lucie, 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. William Vickers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vickers is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Indian River 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 William Vickers accepting new patients in Port Saint Lucie, FL?
Yes, Dr. William Vickers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Vickers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vickers's office at (772) 448-4865 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Vickers?
Please contact Dr. Vickers's office at (772) 448-4865 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Vickers have?
Dr. William Vickers is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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