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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fox, Glaucoma Specialist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Austin Fox, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fox is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fox’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fox’s office at (319) 353-7699.
What languages does Dr. Fox speak?
Dr. Fox and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fox treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Fox 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. Fox. 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:
- Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Optic Nerve Damage
- Eye Pressure Disorder
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- High eye pressure
- Optic nerve damage
- Ocular hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4089: Other specified glaucoma
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H409: Unspecified glaucoma
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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
What procedures does Dr. Fox perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Fox 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. Fox. 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:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Placement
- Glaucoma Implant Surgery
- Eye Pressure Drainage Device
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
- 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Partial Vitreous Removal (Eye Surgery)
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- Anterior Vitrectomy
- Open Sky Vitrectomy
- Eye Gel Removal
- Vitreous Humor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 67010: Removal of vitreous, anterior approach (open sky technique or limbal incision); subtotal removal with mechanical vitrectomy
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
Also known as:
- Eye Shunt Revision with Graft
- Aqueous Shunt Repair
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Revision
- Eye Pressure Shunt Adjustment
CPT Codes:
- 66185: Revision of aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir; with graft
Also known as:
- Scleral Reinforcement with Graft
- Scleral Grafting
- Eye Wall Strengthening
- Posterior Scleral Reinforcement
CPT Codes:
- 67255: Scleral reinforcement (separate procedure); with graft
Does Dr. Fox accept my insurance?
Dr. Fox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 353-7699 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fox accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Fox in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
HealthComp
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fox's office located?
What is Dr. Fox's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851740591.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fox?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fox
What is Dr. Austin Fox's specialty?
Dr. Fox is a Glaucoma Specialist near Orange, CA. An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions. Contact Dr. Fox to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Austin Fox affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fox is affiliated with UCI Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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
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Is Austin Fox accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Austin Fox is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Austin Fox offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fox's office at (319) 353-7699 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Austin Fox?
Please contact Dr. Fox's office at (319) 353-7699 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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