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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sales, Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Christopher Sales, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA. Dr. Sales is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sales’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sales’s office at (319) 356-2852.
What languages does Dr. Sales speak?
Dr. Sales and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Sales typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sales 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. Sales. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25093: Other age-related incipient cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Refractive Error
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Uncommon Refractive Error
- Vision Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H526: Other disorders of refraction
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Swelling
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
- Swollen Cornea
- Corneal Edema
- Fluid in Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
- H18232: Secondary corneal edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy
- Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy
- Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Corneal Swelling from Another Condition
- Corneal Disorder
- Secondary Corneal Edema
- Corneal Hydrops
- Swollen Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18231: Secondary corneal edema, right eye
Also known as:
- Herpes Eye Infection
- Herpes Simplex
- Herpes Keratitis
- Ocular Herpes
- Corneal Herpes
ICD-10 Codes:
- B0052: Herpesviral keratitis
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Sales typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Sales 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. Sales. 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Does Dr. Sales accept my insurance?
Dr. Sales accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-2852 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sales accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Sales in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Sales' office located?
Dr. Christopher Sales' Primary Practice
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242
(319) 356-2852
What is Dr. Sales's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790005064.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sales?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sales
What is Dr. Christopher Sales's specialty?
Dr. Sales is a Ophthalmologist near Iowa City, IA.
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 this Dr. Christopher Sales affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sales is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, West Burlington Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Christopher Sales accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Sales is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Sales offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sales's office at (319) 356-2852 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Sales?
Please contact Dr. Sales's office at (319) 356-2852 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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