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Who is Dr. Lopez, Ophthalmologist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Nelson Lopez, DO is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Lopez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lopez’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopez’s office at (702) 384-2020.
What languages does Dr. Lopez speak?
Dr. Lopez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lopez treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lopez 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. Lopez. 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:
- Alternating Walleye
- Inward Turning Eye
- Hidden Inward Eye Turn
- Esotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Esophoria
- Latent esotropia
- Hidden crossed eyes
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5051: Esophoria
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Unequal Focus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
- H53041: Amblyopia suspect, right eye
- H53042: Amblyopia suspect, left eye
- H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Pathologic myopia
- High myopia
- Progressive nearsightedness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4423: Degenerative myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Visual Discomfort
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Eye strain
- Eye fatigue
- Uncomfortable vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53149: Visual discomfort, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
- Chalazion on Right Lower Eyelid
- Chalazion
- Eyelid Disorder
- Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
- Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
- Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid
- Right Lower Eyelid Cyst
- Meibomian Cyst on Lower Lid
- Blocked Gland Right Lower Eyelid
- Meibomian cyst
- Eyelid cyst
- Stye-like bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid
- H0012: Chalazion right lower eyelid
- H0014: Chalazion left upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
- H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Unequal Vision
- Refractive Errors
- Anisometropia
- Different Eye Prescriptions
- Vision Disparity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5231: Anisometropia
Also known as:
- Glaucoma
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Glaucomatous optic neuropathy
- Eye pressure damage
- Optic nerve damage from glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47233: Glaucomatous optic atrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Nystagmus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Involuntary Eye Shaking
- Dancing Eyes
- Jumping Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5500: Unspecified nystagmus
What procedures does Dr. Lopez perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lopez 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. Lopez. 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:
- Adjustable Suture Placement for Eye Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery with Adjustable Sutures
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Squint Correction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67335: Placement of adjustable suture(s) during strabismus surgery, including postoperative adjustment(s) of suture(s) (List separately in addition to code for specific strabismus surgery)
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
Also known as:
- Chalazion Removal (Under General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Chalazion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67808: Excision of chalazion; under general anesthesia and/or requiring hospitalization, single or multiple
Does Dr. Lopez accept my insurance?
Dr. Lopez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 384-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lopez accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Lopez in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Culinary Workers UNITE HERE
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Molina
Pentair
State of Nevada
Unite Here Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lopez's office located?
Dr. Nelson Lopez's Primary Practice
3100 W Charleston Blvd Ste 204
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 384-2020
What is Dr. Lopez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lopez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528299377.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lopez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lopez
What is Dr. Nelson Lopez's specialty?
Dr. Lopez is a Ophthalmologist near Las Vegas, NV. 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. Lopez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nelson Lopez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lopez 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 Nelson Lopez accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Lopez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelson Lopez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lopez's office at (702) 384-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelson Lopez?
Please contact Dr. Lopez's office at (702) 384-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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