Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yannis, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Rex Yannis, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Yannis graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Ophthalmology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Ophthalmology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine. Dr. Yannis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yannis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yannis’s office.
Where did Dr. Yannis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Ophthalmology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Ophthalmology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine | Medical College of Georgia Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Yannis board certified as an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Rex Yannis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Yannis speak?
Dr. Yannis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Yannis typically treat?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Yannis 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. Yannis. 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:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Droopy Eyelid
- Drooping Right Eyebrow
- Eyelid Disorder
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Drooping
- Upper Eyelid Sagging
- Fallen Eyelid
- Right brow ptosis
- Sagging right eyebrow
- Right eyebrow droop
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Mechanical Eyelid Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02411: Mechanical ptosis of right eyelid
- H57811: Brow ptosis, right
- H02413: Mechanical ptosis of bilateral eyelids
Also known as:
- Drooping Eyebrows in Both Eyes
- Eyelid Disorder
- Bilateral Brow Ptosis
- Sagging Eyebrows Both Sides
- Eyebrow Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H57813: Brow ptosis, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Yannis typically perform?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Yannis 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. Yannis. 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:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Ptosis Repair
- Blepharoptosis Correction
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Ptosis Correction
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67903: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, internal approach
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
Also known as:
- Drooping Brow Repair
- Brow Lift
- Forehead Lift
- Ptosis Repair (Brow)
CPT Codes:
- 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Does Dr. Yannis accept my insurance?
Dr. Yannis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yannis accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Yannis in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliant Health Plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Yannis' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Yannis affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Yannis has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga,Chattanooga, TN
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga,Chattanooga, TN
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital,Atlanta, GARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Erlanger Baroness Hospital,Chattanooga, TN
Erlanger Baroness Hospital,Chattanooga, TN
Bradley Medical Center, Llc,Cleveland, TN
Bradley Medical Center, Llc,Cleveland, TN
Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital,Pikeville, TN
Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital,Pikeville, TN
Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital,Murphy, NC
Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital,Murphy, NC
What is Dr. Yannis's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yannis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417007691.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yannis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yannis
What is Dr. Rex Yannis's specialty?
Dr. Yannis is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Chattanooga, TN.
What does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?
A physician specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery. This subspecialty involves both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose, and treat conditions affecting the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems, and the surrounding structures of the face and neck.
Is Dr. Rex Yannis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yannis is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Piedmont Atlanta 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 Dr. Rex Yannis accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Rex Yannis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rex Yannis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yannis' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rex Yannis?
Please contact Dr. Yannis' office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Yannis' office located?
Dr. Yannis' offices are located in Chattanooga, TN, Athens, TN, and Knoxville, TN.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rex Yannis have?
Dr. Rex Yannis is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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