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Dr. Sarah Wierda, MD

Omaha, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wierda, Ophthalmologist in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. Sarah Wierda, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE. Dr. Wierda is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wierda’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wierda’s office at (402) 399-9400.

    What languages does Dr. Wierda speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Wierda treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Wierda 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. Wierda. 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:

    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Esotropia
    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Walleye
    • Alternating Walleye
    • Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Eye Misalignment
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
    • Accommodative Squint
    • Crossed Eyes
    • Convergent Strabismus
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia
    • Exotropia
    • Divergent strabismus
    • Outward turning eye
    • Alternating exotropia
    • Eyes take turns turning out
    • Intermittent exotropia
    • Intermittent alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
    • Occasional alternating inward eye turn
    • Wall Eyes
    • Squint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
    • H5000: Unspecified esotropia
    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H5005: Alternating esotropia
    • H5010: Unspecified exotropia
    • H5015: Alternating exotropia
    • H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
    • H5089: Other specified strabismus

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Lazy eye from refractive error
    • Anisometropic amblyopia
    • Refractive lazy eye
    • Lazy eye
    • Reduced vision
    • Vision loss in one eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
    • H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye
    • H53002: Unspecified amblyopia, left eye
    • H53003: Unspecified amblyopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Lazy Eye
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Vision Loss from Unequal Focus
    • Vision Loss in One Eye
    • Reduced Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye
    • H53009: Unspecified amblyopia, unspecified eye

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Tear Duct at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Tears
    • Congenital Lacrimal Duct Obstruction
    • Narrow Tear Duct in Baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q105: Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct

    Also known as:

    • Other Vision Problems
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Other visual disturbances
    • Unspecified vision issues
    • Various eye problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H538: Other visual disturbances

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
    • Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
    • Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid

    What procedures does Dr. Wierda perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Wierda 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. Wierda. 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:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Probing with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Nasolacrimal duct probing
    • Blocked tear duct procedure
    • Tear duct irrigation

    CPT Codes:

    • 68811: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; requiring general anesthesia

    Does Dr. Wierda accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wierda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 399-9400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wierda accept in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. Wierda in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Steward Health Choice

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wierda's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Wierda's Primary Practice

    515 N 98th St

    Omaha, NE 68114

    (402) 399-9400

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

    Dr. Wierda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538397344.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wierda?

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

    What is Dr. Sarah Wierda's specialty?

    Dr. Wierda is a Ophthalmologist near Omaha, NE. 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. Wierda to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sarah Wierda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wierda is affiliated with Methodist Women's Hospital 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 Sarah Wierda accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Wierda is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Wierda offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wierda's office at (402) 399-9400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sarah Wierda?

    Please contact Dr. Wierda's office at (402) 399-9400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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