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Who is Dr. Downes, Ophthalmologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Kenneth Downes, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Downes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Downes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downes’s office at (505) 346-0500.
What languages does Dr. Downes speak?
Dr. Downes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Downes treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Downes 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. Downes. 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
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, 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
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
- Wing-shaped Growth on Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11022: Central pterygium of left eye
- H11021: Central pterygium of right eye
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Other Intraocular Lens Mechanical Problem
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- Artificial lens mechanical issue
- IOL complication
- Implanted lens problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8529XA: Other mechanical complication of intraocular lens, initial encounter
What procedures does Dr. Downes perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Downes 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. Downes. 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal 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)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
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
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Exchange
- IOL Exchange
- Cataract Lens Replacement (Secondary)
- Replacement of Eye Implant
CPT Codes:
- 66986: Exchange of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
Does Dr. Downes accept my insurance?
Dr. Downes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 346-0500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downes accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Downes in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
Scan Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Downes' office located?
Dr. Kenneth Downes' Primary Practice
7110 Wyoming Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 346-0500
What is Dr. Downes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Downes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215226014.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downes
What is Dr. Kenneth Downes's specialty?
Dr. Downes is a Ophthalmologist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Downes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Downes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Downes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unm Hospital. 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 Kenneth Downes accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Downes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Downes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downes's office at (505) 346-0500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Downes?
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