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Who is Dr. Michaelos, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Largo, FL?
Dr. Louis Michaelos, DO is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Largo, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Michaelos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Michaelos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Michaelos’s office at (561) 500-2020.
What languages does Dr. Michaelos speak?
Dr. Michaelos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Michaelos treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Michaelos 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. Michaelos. 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:
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
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:
- Hereditary Corneal Dystrophies
- Corneal Disorder
- Genetic Corneal Disorders
- Inherited Corneal Conditions
- Familial Eye Dystrophies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18593: Other hereditary corneal dystrophies, bilateral
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Small Pupils
- Eye Disease
- Miosis
- Constricted pupils
- Pinpoint pupils
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5703: Miosis
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, 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:
- Pinguecula
- Eye Disease
- Eye Bump
- Yellow Eye Spot
- Conjunctival Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11153: Pinguecula, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Michaelos perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Louis Michaelos may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Michaelos' office.
Does Dr. Michaelos accept my insurance?
Dr. Michaelos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 500-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Michaelos accept in Largo, FL?
Dr. Michaelos in Largo, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Exceedent
Express Scripts
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
Spectrum / Priority Health
US Health Group
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Where is Dr. Michaelos' office located?
Dr. Louis Michaelos' Practice 2
2000 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd Ste 400
West Palm Beach, FL 33409
What is Dr. Michaelos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Michaelos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326453267.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Michaelos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Michaelos
What is Dr. Louis Michaelos's specialty?
Dr. Michaelos is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Largo, FL. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Michaelos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Louis Michaelos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Michaelos is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: HCA Florida Largo West Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Louis Michaelos accepting new patients in Largo, FL?
Yes, Dr. Louis Michaelos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louis Michaelos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Michaelos's office at (561) 500-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Louis Michaelos?
Please contact Dr. Michaelos's office at (561) 500-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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