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44 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Bonds, Ophthalmologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Paul Bonds, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Bonds completed his residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Ophthalmology; Gorgas Army Hospital, Ophthalmology; Gorgas Army Hospital, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bonds is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bonds’s office at (661) 327-4499.
Where did Dr. Bonds go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Ophthalmology; Gorgas Army Hospital, Ophthalmology; Gorgas Army Hospital, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University De Panama, Fac De Med, Panama City, Panama
Is Dr. Bonds board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Bonds, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Bonds speak?
Dr. Bonds and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bonds typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bonds 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. Bonds. 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:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
- Irregular Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H524: Presbyopia
- H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bonds typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bonds 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. Bonds. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
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. Bonds accept my insurance?
Dr. Bonds accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 327-4499 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bonds accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Bonds in Bakersfield, 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)
GEMCare
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Universal HealthCare IPA
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Where is Dr. Bonds' office located?
Dr. Paul Bonds' Primary Practice
6000 Physicians Blvd Ste 205 Bldg D
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 327-4499
What is Dr. Bonds's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bonds's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346320645.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bonds?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bonds
What is Dr. Paul Bonds's specialty?
Dr. Bonds is a Ophthalmologist near Bakersfield, CA.
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. Paul Bonds affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bonds is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventist Health Delano. 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
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Is Paul Bonds accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Bonds is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Bonds offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bonds's office at (661) 327-4499 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Bonds?
Please contact Dr. Bonds's office at (661) 327-4499 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Bonds have?
Dr. Paul Bonds is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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