22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Crouch, Ophthalmologist in Virginia Beach, VA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Crouch?
Dr. Earl Crouch, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Crouch empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Pediatric Ophthalmology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Virginia Beach, VA community, Dr. Crouch is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Crouch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Children's Hospital National Medical Center / George Washington Hospital
Residency: Geisinger Medical Center Danville, PA
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk | University Of Richmond
Is Dr. Crouch board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Earl Crouch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Crouch speak?
Dr. Crouch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Crouch typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Crouch 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. Crouch. 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:
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Alternating Walleye
- Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Intermittent alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
- Occasional alternating inward eye turn
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
- Retinal disease in premature babies
- Premature baby eye condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
- H35123: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 1, bilateral
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Deprivation Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53013: Deprivation amblyopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked Tear Duct at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Tears
- Congenital Lacrimal Duct Obstruction
- Narrow Tear Duct in Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q105: Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Crouch typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Crouch 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. Crouch. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Eye Muscle Transposition Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Paretic Extraocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67320: Transposition procedure (eg, for paretic extraocular muscle), any extraocular muscle (specify) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Eye Scar Tissue Release
- Ocular Scar Tissue Removal
- Extraocular Scar Release
- Eye Adhesion Release
CPT Codes:
- 67343: Release of extensive scar tissue without detaching extraocular muscle (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Chalazion Removal (Under General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Chalazion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67808: Excision of chalazion; under general anesthesia and/or requiring hospitalization, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Balloon Dilation
- Nasolacrimal Duct Dilation
- Blocked Tear Duct Ballooning
- Tear Duct Probing with Balloon
CPT Codes:
- 68816: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with transluminal balloon catheter dilation
Does Dr. Crouch accept my insurance?
Dr. Crouch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 461-0050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crouch accept in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Crouch in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EyeMed
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Crouch's office located?
Dr. Earl Crouch's Primary Practice
4665 South Blvd
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
(757) 461-0050
What hospitals are Dr. Crouch affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Crouch has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 36 reviews
Office Experience
99% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
97% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
61% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
92% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Earl Crouch an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Crouch has been rated and reviewed by 36 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Crouch, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
Professional Member
American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS)
Professional Member
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Professional Member
Fellowship of American Surgeons (FACS)
Professional Member
Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator Group (PEDIG)
Professional Member
What is Dr. Crouch's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Crouch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376632075.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crouch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crouch