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Dr. Victor Elner, MD, PHD

Dr. Victor Elner, MD, PHD

Ann Arbor, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Elner, Ophthalmologist in Ann Arbor, MI?

    Dr. Victor Elner, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Ann Arbor, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Elner graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Chicago Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Elner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elner’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elner’s office at (248) 952-9100.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Elner?

    Dr. Victor Elner, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Elner empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eyelid Surgery/Blepharoplasty, Eyelid Tumors/Cancer, Orbital Tumors/Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Ann Arbor/MI community, Dr. Elner is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Elner go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Pathology and Ophthalmic Pathology, Armed Forces Institute of Pathology | Armed Forces Institute of Pathology, Ophthalmic Pathology | Univ Wisconsin, Plastics/Reconstructive

    • Residency: University of Chicago Affiliated Hospitals | University of Chicago Affiliated Hospitals | University of Chicago Affiliated Hospitals | University of Chicago Program

    • Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Elner board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Victor Elner, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Elner speak?

    Dr. Elner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Elner treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Elner 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. Elner. 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:

    • Droopy Eyelid
    • Other Eyelid Function Problems
    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Ptosis
    • Eyelid Droop
    • Falling Eyelid
    • Mechanical Eyelid Droop
    • Unspecified Eyelid Dysfunction
    • Various Eyelid Issues
    • Eyelid Movement Disorders
    • Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
    • Droopy eyelids
    • Excess eyelid skin
    • Dermatochalasis
    • Eyelid Problems
    • Eyelid Conditions
    • Blepharitis
    • Stye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02413: Mechanical ptosis of bilateral eyelids
    • H0259: Other disorders affecting eyelid function
    • H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
    • H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
    • H029: Unspecified disorder of eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Benign Cornea Tumor
    • Benign Corneal Tumor
    • Benign Conjunctival Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Eye Disease
    • Non-cancerous cornea growth
    • Benign corneal neoplasm
    • Non-cancerous growth on cornea
    • Corneal nevus
    • Corneal papilloma
    • Non-cancerous growth in conjunctiva
    • Conjunctival nevus
    • Conjunctival papilloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3112: Benign neoplasm of left cornea
    • D3111: Benign neoplasm of right cornea
    • D3101: Benign neoplasm of right conjunctiva
    • D3102: Benign neoplasm of left conjunctiva

    Also known as:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • Benign Skin Growth
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-cancerous skin lesion
    • Skin tumor
    • Skin lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D23111: Other benign neoplasm of skin of right upper eyelid, including canthus
    • D23121: Other benign neoplasm of skin of left upper eyelid, including canthus
    • D23122: Other benign neoplasm of skin of left lower eyelid, including canthus

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Fuchs' Dystrophy
    • Endothelial corneal dystrophy
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
    • Fuchs' dystrophy
    • Fuchs endothelial dystrophy
    • Corneal endothelial disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H18512: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, left eye
    • H18511: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Other Ocular Prosthetic Device Mechanical Problem
    • Eye implant mechanical issue
    • Artificial eye device complication
    • Ocular graft problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T85398A: Other mechanical complication of other ocular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    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

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Transplant
    • Organ Transplantation
    • Eye Transplant
    • Cornea Graft
    • Keratoplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z947: Corneal transplant status

    What procedures does Dr. Elner perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Elner 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. Elner. 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:

    • Eyelid Corner Reconstruction (Canthoplasty)
    • Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
    • Eyelid Lesion Removal
    • Eyelid Retraction Correction
    • Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
    • Eyelid Turning In Repair
    • Temporary Eyelid Closure
    • Eyelid Lesion Removal and Repair
    • Extensive Ectropion Repair
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Canthoplasty
    • Eyelid corner repair
    • Eye shape surgery
    • Reconstructive eyelid surgery
    • Droopy Eyelid Surgery
    • Upper Eyelid Reduction
    • Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
    • Eyelid growth removal
    • Eyelid bump excision
    • Eyelid skin lesion surgery
    • Eyelid retraction repair
    • Lower eyelid retraction surgery
    • Fix pulled back eyelid
    • Blepharoptosis Repair
    • Levator Resection
    • Eyelid Lift Surgery
    • Ptosis Correction
    • Entropion Repair
    • Inward Eyelid Surgery
    • Tarsal Strip Repair
    • Eyelid suturing
    • Frost suture procedure
    • Temporary tarsorrhaphy
    • Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
    • Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
    • Eyelid Reconstruction
    • Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
    • Tarsal Strip Operation
    • Lower Eyelid Repair
    • Outward Turning Eyelid Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 67950: Canthoplasty (reconstruction of canthus)
    • 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
    • 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
    • 67911: Correction of lid retraction
    • 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
    • 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
    • 67875: Temporary closure of eyelids by suture (eg, Frost suture)
    • 67961: 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; up to one-fourth of lid margin
    • 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)

    Also known as:

    • Eye Socket Exploration and Biopsy
    • Eye Socket Decompression Surgery
    • Eye Socket Lesion Removal
    • Orbitotomy without bone removal
    • Orbital exploration
    • Eye socket biopsy
    • Orbital Decompression
    • Eye Socket Bone Removal
    • Orbitotomy
    • Kroenlein Orbitotomy
    • Orbital Tumor Removal
    • Eye Socket Growth Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67400: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); for exploration, with or without biopsy
    • 67414: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of bone for decompression
    • 67445: Orbitotomy with bone flap or window, lateral approach (eg, Kroenlein); with removal of bone for decompression
    • 67412: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of lesion

    Also known as:

    • Probing of Tear Duct
    • Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
    • Nasolacrimal duct probing
    • Tear duct irrigation
    • Blocked tear duct treatment
    • Lacrimal duct probing
    • Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
    • Tear Duct Stent Insertion
    • Blocked Tear Duct Repair
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 68810: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation;
    • 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent

    Also known as:

    • Conjunctival Reconstruction with Graft
    • Conjunctivoplasty with Graft
    • Eye Surface Reconstruction
    • Cul-de-Sac Reconstruction (Eye)

    CPT Codes:

    • 68326: Conjunctivoplasty, reconstruction cul-de-sac; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement

    Also known as:

    • Optic Nerve Decompression
    • Removal of Eye Surface Lesion
    • Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration
    • Vision Nerve Release
    • Eye Pressure Relief Surgery
    • Conjunctival Lesion Excision
    • Scleral Lesion Removal
    • Eye Growth Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67570: Optic nerve decompression (eg, incision or fenestration of optic nerve sheath)
    • 68130: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; with adjacent sclera

    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:

    • Tear Duct Bypass Surgery (DCR)
    • Tear Duct Obstruction Removal
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy
    • Blocked Tear Duct Surgery
    • Lacrimal Sac to Nasal Cavity Bypass
    • Lacrimal Passage Clearance
    • Dacryolith Removal
    • Tear Duct Stone Removal
    • Eye Foreign Body Removal (Tear Duct)

    CPT Codes:

    • 68720: Dacryocystorhinostomy (fistulization of lacrimal sac to nasal cavity)
    • 68530: Removal of foreign body or dacryolith, lacrimal passages

    Also known as:

    • Eye Lesion Removal
    • Conjunctival Lesion Destruction
    • Eye Growth Removal
    • Conjunctiva Lesion Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 68135: Destruction of lesion, conjunctiva

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Probing
    • Lacrimal Duct Probing
    • Tear Duct Irrigation
    • Unblocking Tear Duct

    CPT Codes:

    • 68840: Probing of lacrimal canaliculi, with or without irrigation

    Also known as:

    • Conjunctiva Repair with Graft
    • Conjunctival Grafting
    • Eye Surface Reconstruction
    • Extensive Conjunctivoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 68320: Conjunctivoplasty; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement

    Also known as:

    • Eyelash Correction for Trichiasis
    • Trichiasis Treatment
    • Ingrown Eyelash Removal
    • Electrosurgery for Eyelashes

    CPT Codes:

    • 67825: Correction of trichiasis; epilation by other than forceps (eg, by electrosurgery, cryotherapy, laser surgery)

    Also known as:

    • Eyelid Skin Biopsy
    • Eyelid Biopsy
    • Lid Margin Biopsy
    • Eyelid Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67810: Incisional Biopsy Of Eyelid Skin Including Lid Margin

    Also known as:

    • Cornea Lesion Removal (Cryotherapy/Laser)
    • Corneal Lesion Destruction
    • Photocoagulation of Cornea
    • Thermocautery for Corneal Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 65450: Destruction of lesion of cornea by cryotherapy, photocoagulation or thermocauterization

    Also known as:

    • Midface Flap Reconstruction
    • Zygomaticofacial Flap
    • Cheek Flap Surgery
    • Midface Tissue Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15730: Midface flap (ie, zygomaticofacial flap) with preservation of vascular pedicle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
    • Head and Neck Muscle Flap Surgery
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
    • Facial Reconstruction
    • Myocutaneous Flap
    • Fasciocutaneous Flap
    • Head and Neck Reconstruction
    • Vascular Pedicle Flap

    CPT Codes:

    • 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
    • 15733: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; head and neck with named vascular pedicle (ie, buccinators, genioglossus, temporalis, masseter, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapulae)

    Also known as:

    • Forehead Skin Flap Surgery
    • Facial Skin Flap Surgery
    • Paramedian forehead flap
    • Axial pattern flap
    • Forehead reconstruction
    • Pedicle Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer (Face)
    • Reconstructive Flap Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15731: Forehead flap with preservation of vascular pedicle (eg, axial pattern flap, paramedian forehead flap)
    • 15576: Formation of direct or tubed pedicle, with or without transfer; eyelids, nose, ears, lips, or intraoral

    Also known as:

    • Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
    • Facial Lesion Excision
    • Ear Lesion Removal
    • Eyelid Lesion Surgery
    • Lip Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11440: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks

    Also known as:

    • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
    • Botox for facial spasms
    • Facial nerve chemodenervation
    • Blepharospasm treatment
    • Hemifacial spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

    Also known as:

    • Eye Socket Decompression (Through Skull)
    • Orbital Decompression Surgery
    • Transcranial Orbit Surgery
    • Eye Pressure Relief Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61330: Decompression of orbit only, transcranial approach

    Also known as:

    • Cranial Nerve Repair
    • Cranial Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Cranial Nerve Transposition
    • Nerve Surgery in Head

    CPT Codes:

    • 64716: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; cranial nerve (specify)

    Also known as:

    • Total Ethmoid Sinus Removal (External)
    • Anterior Ethmoidectomy
    • Extranasal Ethmoidectomy
    • Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
    • External Ethmoidectomy
    • Intranasal ethmoidectomy
    • Ethmoid sinus surgery
    • Frontal ethmoidectomy
    • Nasal sinus surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31205: Ethmoidectomy; extranasal, total
    • 31200: Ethmoidectomy; intranasal, anterior

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Facial Bone Tumor
    • Facial Bone Contouring
    • Fibrous Dysplasia Removal (Face)
    • Benign Facial Tumor Excision
    • Facial Bone Reshaping

    CPT Codes:

    • 21029: Removal by contouring of benign tumor of facial bone (eg, fibrous dysplasia)

    Does Dr. Elner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 952-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elner accept in Ann Arbor, MI?

    Dr. Elner in Ann Arbor, MI 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

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Alliance Plan (HAP)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Elner's office located?

    Dr. Victor Elner's Primary Practice

    1000 Wall St

    Ann Arbor, MI 48105

    (248) 952-9100

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    Dr. Victor Elner's Practice 2

    1500 E Medical Center Dr

    Ann Arbor, MI 48109

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    Dr. Victor Elner's Practice 3

    2800 Plymouth Rd

    Ann Arbor, MI 48109

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

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    What is Dr. Elner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Elner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699785238.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elner?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elner

    What is Dr. Victor Elner's specialty?

    Dr. Elner is a Ophthalmologist near Ann Arbor, MI. 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. Elner to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Victor Elner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Elner is affiliated with University Hospital - Michigan Medicine 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

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    Is Victor Elner accepting new patients in Ann Arbor, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Victor Elner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Victor Elner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elner's office at (248) 952-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Victor Elner?

    Please contact Dr. Elner's office at (248) 952-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Victor Elner have?

    Dr. Victor Elner is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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