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(6)Who is Dr. Walton, Ophthalmologist in Bellaire, TX?
Where did Dr. Walton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine | Rice University
What languages does Dr. Walton speak?
Dr. Walton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Walton typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Walton 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. Walton. 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:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Walton typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Walton 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. Walton. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Corneal Lesion Removal (Keratectomy)
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Corneal Excision
- Lamellar Keratectomy
- Partial Cornea Removal
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)
- 65400: Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
Does Dr. Walton accept my insurance?
Dr. Walton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 626-5544 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walton accept in Bellaire, TX?
Dr. Walton in Bellaire, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers Life
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Health First Shared Services
Humana
MBA Benefit Administrators
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Walton's office located?
Dr. Otis Walton's Primary Practice
6800 West Loop S Ste 450
Bellaire, TX 77401
(713) 626-5544
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 6 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
66% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Otis Walton an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Walton has been rated and reviewed by 6 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Walton, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
Professional Member of American-European Congress of Ophthalmic Surgery
Professional Member of American Society of Refractive and Cataract Surgeons
Professional Member of International Society of Refractive
Awards
Texas Super Doctors Rising Stars List
Rising Star in Ophthalmology (Millennial Eye) – "One to Watch"
1st place research – Everett L. Goar Award
2nd place research – Everett L. Goar Award
Phi Beta Kappa and summa cum laude graduate of Vanderbilt University – Jones Scholar
What is Dr. Walton's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942591839.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walton