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Dr. Osemelu Aburime, MD

Leesburg, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aburime, Ophthalmologist in Leesburg, GA?

    Dr. Osemelu Aburime, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Leesburg, GA. Dr. Aburime is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aburime’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aburime’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Aburime speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Aburime 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. Aburime. 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:

    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H524: Presbyopia
    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral

    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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Aburime 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. Aburime. 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
    • Eye Drainage Device Insertion
    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Aqueous drainage device placement
    • Glaucoma drainage implant
    • Subconjunctival drainage device
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 0449T: Insertion of aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, into the subconjunctival space; initial device
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
    • Aqueous Shunt Placement
    • Glaucoma Implant Surgery
    • Eye Pressure Drainage Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach

    Does Dr. Aburime accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aburime accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aburime accept in Leesburg, GA?

    Dr. Aburime in Leesburg, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EyeMed

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Aburime's office located?

    Dr. Osemelu Aburime's Primary Practice

    118 Robert B Lee Dr

    Leesburg, GA 31763

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

    Dr. Aburime's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962813303.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aburime?

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

    What is Dr. Osemelu Aburime's specialty?

    Dr. Aburime is a Ophthalmologist near Leesburg, GA.

    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. Osemelu Aburime affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aburime is affiliated with Phoebe Putney Memorial 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

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    Is Osemelu Aburime accepting new patients in Leesburg, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Osemelu Aburime is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Osemelu Aburime offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aburime's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Osemelu Aburime?

    Please contact Dr. Aburime's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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