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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Unger, Ophthalmologist in Grand Forks, ND?
Dr. Jennifer Unger, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Grand Forks, ND with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Unger completed her residency at Medical College of Wisconsin. She is a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Unger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Unger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Unger’s office.
Where did Dr. Unger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin
Is Dr. Unger board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Unger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 2008
What languages does Dr. Unger speak?
Dr. Unger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Unger typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Unger 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. Unger. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Unger typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Unger 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. Unger. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Intraocular injection
- Anterior chamber injection
- Eye drug injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
- 66030: Injection, anterior chamber of eye (separate procedure); medication
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Vitreous Surgery
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Vitreolysis
- laser eye surgery
- vitreous strand removal
- YAG laser vitreolysis
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
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)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 67031: Severing of vitreous strands, vitreous face adhesions, sheets, membranes or opacities, laser surgery (1 or more stages)
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
Also known as:
- Chalazion Removal
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Also known as:
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Facial Lesion Excision
- Ear Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Lesion Surgery
- Lip Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11440: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
Does Dr. Unger accept my insurance?
Dr. Unger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Unger accept in Grand Forks, ND?
Dr. Unger in Grand Forks, ND accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Kaiser Permanente
Medica Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Unger's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
Active Member
2004
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Active Member
2004
What is Dr. Unger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Unger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598836736.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Unger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Unger
What is Dr. Jennifer Unger's specialty?
Dr. Unger is a Ophthalmologist near Grand Forks, ND.
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. Jennifer Unger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Unger is affiliated with Altru Health System, Essentia Health-Fargo, Billings Clinic Hospital 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 Jennifer Unger accepting new patients in Grand Forks, ND?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Unger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Unger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Unger's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Unger?
Please contact Dr. Unger's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Unger have?
Dr. Jennifer Unger is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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