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Who is Dr. Walters, Glaucoma Specialist in Pleasant Ridge, MI?
Dr. Stephen Walters, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Pleasant Ridge, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Walters is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walters’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walters’s office at (248) 220-5252.
What languages does Dr. Walters speak?
Dr. Walters and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Walters typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Walters 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. Walters. 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:
- 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:
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Walters typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Walters 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. Walters. 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:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Cataract surgery
- intraocular lens implantation
- phacoemulsification
- IOL implant
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66988: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
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:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
Also known as:
- Eye Injection Behind the Eyeball
- Retrobulbar block
- Eye nerve block
- Injection behind eye
CPT Codes:
- 67500: Retrobulbar injection; medication (separate procedure, does not include supply of medication)
Also known as:
- Eye Surgery Wound Repair
- Anterior segment wound revision
- Eye wound repair
- Ocular wound revision
CPT Codes:
- 66250: Revision or repair of operative wound of anterior segment, any type, early or late, major or minor procedure
Does Dr. Walters accept my insurance?
Dr. Walters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 220-5252 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walters accept in Pleasant Ridge, MI?
Dr. Walters in Pleasant Ridge, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Walters' office located?
Dr. Stephen Walters' Primary Practice
404 E 10 Mile Rd Ste 100
Pleasant Ridge, MI 48069
(248) 220-5252
What is Dr. Walters's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013356914.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walters?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walters
What is Dr. Stephen Walters's specialty?
Dr. Walters is a Glaucoma Specialist near Pleasant Ridge, MI.
What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions.
Is this Dr. Stephen Walters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walters is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University 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 a Glaucoma Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Walters accepting new patients in Pleasant Ridge, MI?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Walters is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Walters offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walters's office at (248) 220-5252 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Walters?
Please contact Dr. Walters's office at (248) 220-5252 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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