
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Verner-Cole, Retina Specialist in Happy Valley, OR?
Dr. Elizabeth Verner-Cole, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Happy Valley, OR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Verner-Cole completed her residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Fellow: Second Year in Practice. Dr. Verner-Cole is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Verner-Cole’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Verner-Cole’s office.
Where did Dr. Verner-Cole go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: The Methodist Hospital- Ophthalmic Pathology Fellowship, Houston, TX United States,, Pathology | Casey Eye Institute | Methodist Hospital - Houston, TX | The Methodist Hospital, Pathology | Oregon HS Univ/Casey Inst, Retina/Vitreous Surgery
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Verner-Cole speak?
Dr. Verner-Cole and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Verner-Cole typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Verner-Cole 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. Verner-Cole. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Verner-Cole typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Verner-Cole 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. Verner-Cole. 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
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Does Dr. Verner-Cole accept my insurance?
Dr. Verner-Cole 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. Verner-Cole accept in Happy Valley, OR?
Dr. Verner-Cole in Happy Valley, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Moda Health
PacificSource
Providence Health & Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Verner-Cole's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Verner-Cole's Primary Practice
12050 SE Stevens Rd Ste 100
Happy Valley, OR 97086
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology, Fellow: Second Year in Practice
Fellow
What is Dr. Verner-Cole's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Verner-Cole's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205153905.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Verner-Cole?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Verner-Cole
What is Dr. Elizabeth Verner-Cole's specialty?
Dr. Verner-Cole is a Retina Specialist near Happy Valley, OR.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Verner-Cole affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Verner-Cole is affiliated with Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center 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 Elizabeth Verner-Cole accepting new patients in Happy Valley, OR?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Verner-Cole is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Verner-Cole offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Verner-Cole's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Verner-Cole?
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