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Dr. Sterling Cannon, MD

Dr. Sterling Cannon, MD

Ophthalmologist, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

Columbus, GA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cannon, Ophthalmologist in Columbus, GA?

    Dr. Sterling Cannon, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Cannon graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Dr. Cannon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cannon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cannon’s office at (706) 323-3491.

    Where did Dr. Cannon go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: OCULOPLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY, UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA HSC, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

    • Residency: University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

    • Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cannon board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sterling Cannon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Cannon speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Cannon 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. Cannon. 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:

    • Droopy Eyelid
    • Blepharospasm
    • Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Benign essential blepharospasm
    • Ptosis
    • Eyelid Droop
    • Falling Eyelid
    • Mechanical Eyelid Droop
    • Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
    • Eyelid Spasms
    • Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    • Involuntary Eye Twitching
    • Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
    • Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
    • Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02413: Mechanical ptosis of bilateral eyelids
    • H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
    • G245: Blepharospasm
    • H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Benign Soft Tissue Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous soft tissue growth
    • Soft tissue mass
    • Non-malignant tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D210: Benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue of head, face and neck

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Dry Eye Disease
    • Chronic Dry Eye
    • Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, 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:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Cannon 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. Cannon. 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 (Ptosis Surgery)
    • Chalazion Removal
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Droopy Eyelid Surgery
    • Upper Eyelid Reduction
    • Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
    • Blepharoptosis Repair
    • Levator Resection
    • Eyelid Lift Surgery
    • Ptosis Correction
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Meibomian Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
    • 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
    • 67800: Excision of chalazion; single

    Also known as:

    • Eyelid Skin Biopsy
    • Eyelid Biopsy
    • Lid Margin Biopsy
    • Eyelid Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67810: Incisional Biopsy Of Eyelid Skin Including Lid Margin

    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:

    • 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:

    • Tear Duct Probing
    • Lacrimal Duct Probing
    • Tear Duct Irrigation
    • Unblocking Tear Duct

    CPT Codes:

    • 68840: Probing of lacrimal canaliculi, with or without irrigation

    Also known as:

    • Eyelash Correction for Trichiasis
    • Trichiasis Treatment
    • Ingrown Eyelash Removal
    • Electrosurgery for Eyelashes

    CPT Codes:

    • 67825: Correction of trichiasis; epilation by other than forceps (eg, by electrosurgery, cryotherapy, laser surgery)

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
    • Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
    • Tear Duct Stent Insertion
    • Blocked Tear Duct Repair
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent

    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)

    Does Dr. Cannon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cannon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 323-3491 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cannon accept in Columbus, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Cannon's office located?

    Dr. Sterling Cannon's Primary Practice

    2616 Warm Springs Rd

    Columbus, GA 31904

    (706) 323-3491

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

    Dr. Cannon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447278106.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cannon?

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

    What is Dr. Sterling Cannon's specialty?

    Dr. Cannon is an Ophthalmologist near Columbus, 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 Dr. Sterling Cannon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cannon is affiliated with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center 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. Sterling Cannon accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Sterling Cannon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sterling Cannon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cannon's office at (706) 323-3491 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sterling Cannon?

    Please contact Dr. Cannon's office at (706) 323-3491 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cannon's office located?

    Dr. Cannon's office is located in Columbus, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sterling Cannon have?

    Dr. Sterling Cannon is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.