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Dr. Mauricio Chavez, MD

Vancouver, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chavez, Ophthalmologist in Vancouver, WA?

    Dr. Mauricio Chavez, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chavez completed his residency at St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Transitional Year. Dr. Chavez is fluent in English, Nepali, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chavez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chavez’s office at (360) 696-4691.

    Where did Dr. Chavez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il

    Is Dr. Chavez board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Mauricio Chavez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Chavez speak?

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

    • English

    • Nepali

    • Spanish

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chavez 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. Chavez. 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:

    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H524: Presbyopia

    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:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related 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:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chavez 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. Chavez. 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:

    • Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
    • Ptosis Repair (Fasanella-Servat Type)
    • Chalazion Removal
    • Eyelid Turning In Repair
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Droopy Eyelid Surgery
    • Upper Eyelid Reduction
    • Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
    • Blepharoptosis Repair
    • Levator Resection for Ptosis
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Meibomian Cyst Removal
    • Entropion Repair
    • Inward Eyelid Surgery
    • Tarsal Strip Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
    • 67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
    • 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
    • 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)

    Also known as:

    • Eyelid Skin Biopsy
    • Eyelid Biopsy
    • Lid Margin Biopsy
    • Eyelid Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67810: Incisional Biopsy Of Eyelid Skin Including Lid Margin

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    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)

    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)

    Does Dr. Chavez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chavez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 696-4691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chavez accept in Vancouver, WA?

    Dr. Chavez in Vancouver, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • PacificSource

    • Providence Health & Services

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chavez's office located?

    Dr. Mauricio Chavez's Primary Practice

    3200 Main St

    Vancouver, WA 98663

    (360) 696-4691

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    Dr. Mauricio Chavez's Practice 2

    17720 SE Mill Plain Blvd Ste 100

    Vancouver, WA 98683

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

    Dr. Chavez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598824906.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chavez?

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

    What is Dr. Mauricio Chavez's specialty?

    Dr. Chavez is a Ophthalmologist near Vancouver, WA.

    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. Mauricio Chavez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chavez is affiliated with Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center, Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Ohsu Hospital - Portland 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

    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 Mauricio Chavez accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Mauricio Chavez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mauricio Chavez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chavez's office at (360) 696-4691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mauricio Chavez?

    Please contact Dr. Chavez's office at (360) 696-4691 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mauricio Chavez have?

    Dr. Mauricio Chavez is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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