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Dr. Nelson Lopez, DO

Ophthalmologist

Las Vegas, NV

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Lopez, Ophthalmologist in Las Vegas, NV?

    Dr. Nelson Lopez, DO is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lopez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lopez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopez’s office at (725) 266-4840.

    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 an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Lopez typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Alternating Walleye
    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Alternating exotropia
    • Eyes take turns turning out
    • Intermittent exotropia
    • Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
    • Accommodative Squint
    • Esotropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5015: Alternating exotropia
    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia

    Also known as:

    • Lazy Eye Suspect
    • Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia Suspect
    • Possible Lazy Eye
    • Risk of Lazy Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Visual Discomfort
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Eye strain
    • Eye fatigue
    • Uncomfortable vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53143: Visual discomfort, bilateral
    • H53149: Visual discomfort, unspecified

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Lopez typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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

    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. Lopez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lopez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (725) 266-4840 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Nevada

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UNITE HERE HEALTH

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

    (725) 266-4840

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    Dr. Nelson Lopez's Practice 2

    1505 Wigwam Pkwy Ste 100

    Henderson, NV 89074

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    What is Dr. Lopez's NPI number?A 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 an Ophthalmologist near Las Vegas, NV.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Nelson Lopez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. 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 Dr. 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 (725) 266-4840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nelson Lopez?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez's office at (725) 266-4840 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lopez's office located?

    Dr. Lopez's offices are located in Las Vegas, NV and Henderson, NV.