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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brown, Glaucoma Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Eric Brown, MD, PHD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Brown is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (319) 335-3500.
What languages does Dr. Brown speak?
Dr. Brown and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
What conditions does Dr. Brown treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Glaucoma from Other Eye Problems
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Long-term Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Gradual Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Persistent Narrow-Angle Glaucoma
- Secondary Glaucoma
- Complex Glaucoma
- Glaucoma due to underlying eye condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H402233: Chronic angle-closure glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
- H4052X3: Glaucoma secondary to other eye disorders, left eye, severe stage
Which procedures does Dr. Brown perform as a Glaucoma Specialist?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Eric Brown may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brown's office.
Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?
Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 335-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Brown in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Trustmark Insurance Company
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Where is Dr. Brown's office located?
Dr. Eric Brown's Primary Practice
1301 Medical Center Dr
Nashville, TN 37232
(319) 335-3500
What is Dr. Brown's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467771675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brown
What is Dr. Eric Brown's specialty?
Dr. Brown is a Glaucoma Specialist near Nashville, TN. An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions. Contact Dr. Brown to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Glaucoma Specialist?
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Is Eric Brown accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Eric Brown is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Brown offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (319) 335-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Brown?
Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (319) 335-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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