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Who is Dr. Oostra, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Tyler Oostra, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Oostra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oostra’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oostra’s office at (614) 293-8116.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Oostra?
Dr. Tyler Oostra, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cornea and External Diseases Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Oostra empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Corneal Disease & Surgery, Fuchs' Dystrophy, Keratoconus, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Columbus/OH community, Dr. Oostra is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Oostra speak?
Dr. Oostra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Oostra treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Oostra 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. Oostra. 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:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Conical cornea
- KC
- Corneal thinning disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18603: Keratoconus, unspecified, 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:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H179: Unspecified corneal scar and opacity
Also known as:
- Corneal Swelling
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Swollen Cornea
- Corneal Edema
- Fluid in Cornea
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1820: Unspecified corneal edema
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Small Pupils
- Eye Disease
- Miosis
- Constricted pupils
- Pinpoint pupils
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5703: Miosis
Also known as:
- Corneal Ectasia
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Bulging
- Corneal Thinning
- Eye Surface Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18713: Corneal ectasia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Which procedures does Dr. Oostra perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tyler Oostra may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Oostra's office.
Does Dr. Oostra accept my insurance?
Dr. Oostra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 293-8116 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oostra accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Oostra in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
Molina
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Oostra's office located?
Dr. Tyler Oostra's Primary Practice
915 Olentangy River Rd Fl 5
Columbus, OH 43212
(614) 293-8116
What is Dr. Oostra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oostra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003159880.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oostra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oostra
What is Dr. Tyler Oostra's specialty?
Dr. Oostra is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Columbus, OH. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Oostra to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tyler Oostra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oostra is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 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 Tyler Oostra accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. Tyler Oostra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tyler Oostra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oostra's office at (614) 293-8116 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tyler Oostra?
Please contact Dr. Oostra's office at (614) 293-8116 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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