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Who is Dr. Awh, Retina Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Carl Awh, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Awh completed his residency at Georgetown Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Awh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Awh’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Awh’s office at (615) 983-6000.
Where did Dr. Awh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Duke Univ Eye Center, Retina/Vitreous Surgery
Residency: Georgetown Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Georgetown University Hospital | Georgetown University Medical Center
Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms
Is Dr. Awh board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Carl Awh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Awh speak?
Dr. Awh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Awh treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Awh 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. Awh. 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:
- Macular Pucker
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Chorioretinal Disorder
- Retinal Disorder
- Eye Disease
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
- Chorioretinopathy
- Retina and Choroid Problems
- Eye Retina Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
- H32: Chorioretinal disorders in diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Macular Hole
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Macular Cyst
- Foveal Hole
- Retinal Hole
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Macular Pseudohole
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, left eye
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Single Break
- Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with One Tear
- Single Break Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
- Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33012: Retinal detachment with single break, left eye
- H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye
- H33021: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, right eye
- H33022: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, left eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy and Retinal Detachment
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Retinal Detachment
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Detached Retina from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113531: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with traction retinal detachment not involving the macula, right eye
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
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Histoplasmosis
- Cave disease', 'Ohio Valley disease', 'Spelunker's lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- B399: Histoplasmosis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Awh perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Carl Awh 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Awh's office.
Does Dr. Awh accept my insurance?
Dr. Awh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 983-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Awh accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Awh in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Awh's office located?
Dr. Carl Awh's Primary Practice
345 23rd Ave N Ste 350
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 983-6000
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Retina Specialists
Member
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Awh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Awh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386729085.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Awh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Awh
What is Dr. Carl Awh's specialty?
Dr. Awh is a Retina Specialist near Nashville, TN. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Awh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Carl Awh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Awh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Carl Awh accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Carl Awh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carl Awh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Awh's office at (615) 983-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carl Awh?
Please contact Dr. Awh's office at (615) 983-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carl Awh have?
Dr. Carl Awh is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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