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Dr. Elizabeth Gauger, MD

Cedar Rapids, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gauger, Ophthalmologist in Cedar Rapids, IA?

    Dr. Elizabeth Gauger, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Cedar Rapids, IA. Dr. Gauger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gauger’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gauger’s office at (319) 362-3937.

    What languages does Dr. Gauger speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gauger treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Gauger 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. Gauger. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Nearsightedness
    • Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H524: Presbyopia
    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

    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:

    • 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:

    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Droopy eyelids
    • Excess eyelid skin
    • Dermatochalasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Neovascularization
    • Retinal Disorder
    • New Blood Vessel Growth in Retina
    • Abnormal Retinal Vessels
    • Retinal Angiogenesis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35052: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral

    What procedures does Dr. Gauger perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Gauger 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. Gauger. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Droopy Eyelid Surgery
    • Upper Eyelid Reduction
    • Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid

    Does Dr. Gauger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gauger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 362-3937 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gauger accept in Cedar Rapids, IA?

    Dr. Gauger in Cedar Rapids, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Gauger's office located?

    Dr. Elizabeth Gauger's Primary Practice

    1650 1st Ave NE

    Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

    (319) 362-3937

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

    Dr. Gauger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285950915.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gauger?

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

    What is Dr. Elizabeth Gauger's specialty?

    Dr. Gauger is a Ophthalmologist near Cedar Rapids, IA. 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. Gauger to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elizabeth Gauger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gauger is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, IA 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

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    Is Elizabeth Gauger accepting new patients in Cedar Rapids, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Gauger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elizabeth Gauger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gauger's office at (319) 362-3937 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Gauger?

    Please contact Dr. Gauger's office at (319) 362-3937 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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