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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hartel, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Lexington, SC?
Dr. Jennifer Hartel, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hartel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hartel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hartel’s office at (803) 359-8777.
What languages does Dr. Hartel speak?
Dr. Hartel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hartel treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Hartel 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. Hartel. 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
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
What procedures does Dr. Hartel perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Hartel 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. Hartel. 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 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:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Hartel accept my insurance?
Dr. Hartel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 359-8777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hartel accept in Lexington, SC?
Dr. Hartel in Lexington, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Marine Engineers Benefits Association
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hartel's office located?
Dr. Jennifer Hartel's Primary Practice
340 W Butler St
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 359-8777
Dr. Jennifer Hartel's Practice 2
9 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 340
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 434-2020
What is Dr. Hartel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hartel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417306531.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hartel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hartel
What is Dr. Jennifer Hartel's specialty?
Dr. Hartel is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Lexington, SC. 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. Hartel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jennifer Hartel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hartel is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
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Is Jennifer Hartel accepting new patients in Lexington, SC?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Hartel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Hartel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hartel's office at (803) 359-8777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Hartel?
Please contact Dr. Hartel's office at (803) 359-8777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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