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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Imes, Ophthalmologist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Richard Imes, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Imes completed his residency at Naval Hospital, Ophthalmology; St Marys Hp-Carondelet Com, Family Medicine. Dr. Imes is fluent in English, Amharic, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Imes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Imes’s office at (415) 600-3901.
Where did Dr. Imes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Hospital, Ophthalmology; St Marys Hp-Carondelet Com, Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne
Is Dr. Imes board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Imes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Imes speak?
Dr. Imes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Imes treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Imes 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. Imes. 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:
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Atrophy
- Optic Nerve Inflammation
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Optic Neuritis
- Swollen Optic Nerve
- Inflamed Optic Nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Iridocyclitis
- Eye Disease
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
Also known as:
- Other Subjective Visual Disturbances
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Various vision problems
- Unexplained vision issues
- Unspecified vision symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5319: Other subjective visual disturbances
Which procedures does Dr. Imes perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Imes 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. Imes' office.
Does Dr. Imes accept my insurance?
Dr. Imes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-3901 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Imes accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Imes in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
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Where is Dr. Imes' office located?
What is Dr. Imes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Imes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053483354.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Imes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Imes
What is Dr. Richard Imes's specialty?
Dr. Imes is a Ophthalmologist near Oakland, CA. 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. Imes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Imes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Imes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus. 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 Richard Imes accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Imes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Imes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Imes's office at (415) 600-3901 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Imes?
Please contact Dr. Imes's office at (415) 600-3901 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Imes have?
Dr. Richard Imes is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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