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Dr. Scott Yeates, MD

Orem, UT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yeates, Ophthalmologist in Orem, UT?

    Dr. Scott Yeates, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Orem, UT. Dr. Yeates is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yeates’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yeates’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Yeates speak?

    Dr. Yeates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Yeates typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Yeates 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. Yeates. 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 here.

    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:

    • Farsightedness
    • Astigmatism
    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia
    • Irregular Cornea
    • Blurred Vision
    • Distorted Vision
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
    • H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
    • Accommodative Squint
    • Esotropia
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
    • H5005: Alternating esotropia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Yeates typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Yeates 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. Yeates. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Complex Strabismus Surgery
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
    • Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus (Superior Oblique)
    • Strabismus Surgery (Repeat)
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment
    • Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
    • Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
    • Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Strabismus Correction Surgery
    • Crossed Eyes Surgery
    • Wall Eyes Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Surgery
    • Superior Oblique Muscle Surgery
    • Squint Surgery
    • Repeat Strabismus Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
    • 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
    • 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
    • 67318: Strabismus surgery, any procedure, superior oblique muscle
    • 67331: Strabismus surgery on patient with previous eye surgery or injury that did not involve the extraocular muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
    • Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
    • Tear Duct Stent Insertion
    • Blocked Tear Duct Repair
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent

    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

    Does Dr. Yeates accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yeates 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. Yeates accept in Orem, UT?

    Dr. Yeates in Orem, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • Educators Mutual Insurance Association

    • Intermountain Health

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Utah

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of Utah

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Yeates' office located?

    Dr. Scott Yeates' Primary Practice

    820 N 980 W

    Orem, UT 84057

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    What is Dr. Yeates's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Yeates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588818645.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yeates?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yeates

    What is Dr. Scott Yeates's specialty?

    Dr. Yeates is a Ophthalmologist near Orem, UT.

    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. Scott Yeates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yeates is affiliated with Utah Valley Hospital 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

    When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Ophthalmologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Scott Yeates accepting new patients in Orem, UT?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Yeates is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Yeates offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yeates's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Yeates?

    Please contact Dr. Yeates's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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