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Dr. Donald Adams, MD

San Antonio, TX

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Adams, Specialist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Donald Adams, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Adams graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Ar, Ophthalmology Univ Hosp Of Ar, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Adams is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adams’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adams’s office at (210) 824-2800.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hosp Of Ar, Ophthalmology Univ Hosp Of Ar, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    Is Dr. Adams board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Adams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Adams speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Adams typically treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Adams 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. Adams. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Astigmatism
    • Refractive Errors
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Blurred vision
    • Distorted vision
    • Irregular cornea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H52209: Unspecified astigmatism, unspecified eye

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage

    What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Adams typically perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Adams 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. Adams. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
    • Trichiasis Epilation
    • Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
    • Ingrown Eyelash Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only

    Does Dr. Adams accept my insurance?

    Dr. Adams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 824-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Adams accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Adams in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Adams' office located?

    Dr. Donald Adams' Primary Practice

    1919 Oakwell Farms Pkwy Ste 120

    San Antonio, TX 78218

    (210) 824-2800

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

    Dr. Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417033564.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adams?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Adams's specialty?

    Dr. Adams is a Specialist near San Antonio, TX.

    Is this Dr. Donald Adams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Adams 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

    When to see a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Donald Adams accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Adams is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Adams offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (210) 824-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Adams?

    Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (210) 824-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Adams have?

    Dr. Donald Adams is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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