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Dr. William Johnson, MD

West Des Moines, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Johnson, Ophthalmologist in West Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. William Johnson, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Johnson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnson’s office at (641) 754-6262.

    What languages does Dr. Johnson speak?

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

    • English

    Which conditions does Dr. Johnson treat as a Ophthalmologist?

    As a Ophthalmologist, conditions treated by an Dr. William Johnson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.

    What procedures does Dr. Johnson perform?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Johnson 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. Johnson. 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:

    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
    • 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina

    CPT Codes:

    • 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique

    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:

    • Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
    • Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
    • Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
    • Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens

    Does Dr. Johnson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Johnson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (641) 754-6262 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Johnson accept in West Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Johnson in West Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • State of South Carolina

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?

    Dr. William Johnson's Primary Practice

    6200 Westown Pkwy

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

    (641) 754-6262

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    Dr. William Johnson's Practice 2

    309 E Church St

    Marshalltown, IA 50158

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    Dr. William Johnson's Practice 3

    5900 E University Ave Ste 202

    Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

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

    Dr. Johnson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942689690.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Johnson?

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

    What is Dr. William Johnson's specialty?

    Dr. Johnson is a Ophthalmologist near West Des Moines, 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. Johnson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Johnson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital 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

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    Is William Johnson accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. William Johnson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Johnson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (641) 754-6262 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Johnson?

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (641) 754-6262 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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