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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stiff, Ophthalmologist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Heather Stiff, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Stiff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stiff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stiff’s office.
What languages does Dr. Stiff speak?
Dr. Stiff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Stiff typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Stiff 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. Stiff. 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:
- Esotropia
- Walleye
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Vertical Strabismus
- Eye Misalignment
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Inward Turning Eye
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Vertical strabismus
- One eye higher than the other
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
- Strabismus
- Squint
- Eye turn
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5022: Vertical strabismus, left eye
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
- H509: Unspecified strabismus
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Stiff typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Stiff 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. Stiff. 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 (2 Muscles)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus (Superior Oblique)
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Superior Oblique Muscle Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 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)
- 67318: Strabismus surgery, any procedure, superior oblique muscle
Also known as:
- Adjustable Suture Placement for Eye Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery with Adjustable Sutures
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Squint Correction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67335: Placement of adjustable suture(s) during strabismus surgery, including postoperative adjustment(s) of suture(s) (List separately in addition to code for specific strabismus surgery)
Does Dr. Stiff accept my insurance?
Dr. Stiff 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. Stiff accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Stiff in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Network Health
State of Wisconsin
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Stiff's office located?
Dr. Heather Stiff's Primary Practice
8701 Watertown Plank Rd Rm 4041
Milwaukee, WI 53226
What is Dr. Stiff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stiff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124476494.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stiff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stiff
What is Dr. Heather Stiff's specialty?
Dr. Stiff is a Ophthalmologist near Milwaukee, WI.
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. Heather Stiff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stiff is affiliated with Froedtert 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 Heather Stiff accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Heather Stiff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Stiff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stiff's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Stiff?
Please contact Dr. Stiff's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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