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Dr. Benjamin Janson, MD

Iowa City, IA

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    Who is Dr. Janson, Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, IA?

    Dr. Benjamin Janson, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Janson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Janson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Janson’s office at (319) 338-3623.

    What languages does Dr. Janson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Janson treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Janson 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. Janson. 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
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • MGD
    • Blocked Eyelid Glands
    • Oil Gland Dysfunction of Eyelid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02889: Meibomian gland dysfunction of unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Does Dr. Janson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Janson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 338-3623 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Janson accept in Iowa City, IA?

    Dr. Janson in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medical Associates Health Plans

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Iowa

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Janson's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Janson's Primary Practice

    2629 Northgate Dr

    Iowa City, IA 52245

    (319) 338-3623

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    Dr. Benjamin Janson's Practice 2

    2140 John F Kennedy Rd Ste F

    Dubuque, IA 52002

    (563) 582-0769

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

    Dr. Janson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275957623.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Janson?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Janson's specialty?

    Dr. Janson is a Ophthalmologist near Iowa City, IA. 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. Contact Dr. Janson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Janson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Janson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unitypoint Health - Finley Hosptial. 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 Benjamin Janson accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Janson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Janson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Janson's office at (319) 338-3623 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Janson?

    Please contact Dr. Janson's office at (319) 338-3623 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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