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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 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. 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 as a 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
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Hole
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Macular Cyst
- Foveal Hole
- Retinal Hole
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- 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
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Awh perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Awh 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. 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:
- 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 Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
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
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
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
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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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