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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gainer, Ophthalmologist in Martins Ferry, OH?
Dr. Kenneth Gainer, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Martins Ferry, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Gainer graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed his residency at West Virginia University Program. Dr. Gainer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gainer’s office.
Where did Dr. Gainer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: West Virginia University Program
Medical School: West Virginia University School of Medicine | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
What languages does Dr. Gainer speak?
Dr. Gainer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Gainer typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Gainer 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. Gainer. 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:
- Inward Turning Eye
- Outward Hidden Eye Turn
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Hidden Inward Eye Turn
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Esotropia
- Latent Outward Squint
- Exophoria
- Eye Muscle Imbalance
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Esophoria
- Latent esotropia
- Hidden crossed eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5052: Exophoria
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5051: Esophoria
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Eyelid Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Eyelid Disorder
- Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
- Rare Eyelid Malformations
- Infant Eyelid Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
Also known as:
- Defective Stereoscopic Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Poor depth perception
- Lack of 3D vision
- Stereopsis defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5332: Fusion with defective stereopsis
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Gainer typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Gainer 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
Please contact Dr. Gainer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gainer accept my insurance?
Dr. Gainer 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. Gainer accept in Martins Ferry, OH?
Dr. Gainer in Martins Ferry, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
State of West Virginia
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gainer's office located?
What is Dr. Gainer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gainer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851445985.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gainer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gainer
What is Dr. Kenneth Gainer's specialty?
Dr. Gainer is a Ophthalmologist near Martins Ferry, OH.
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. Kenneth Gainer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gainer is affiliated with Wvu Medicine Wheeling 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
When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kenneth Gainer accepting new patients in Martins Ferry, OH?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Gainer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Gainer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gainer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Gainer?
Please contact Dr. Gainer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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