Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bretz, Ophthalmologist in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Kristin Bretz, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT. Dr. Bretz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bretz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bretz’s office at (801) 266-2283.
What languages does Dr. Bretz speak?
Dr. Bretz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bretz typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bretz 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. Bretz. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bretz typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bretz 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. Bretz. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
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)
- 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
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Laser Treatment (Cyclophotocoagulation)
- Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
- Ciliary body laser
- CPC treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66710: Ciliary body destruction; cyclophotocoagulation, transscleral
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. Bretz accept my insurance?
Dr. Bretz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 266-2283 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bretz accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Bretz in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
AmeriBen
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bretz's office located?
Dr. Kristin Bretz's Primary Practice
755 E 3900 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
(801) 266-2283
What is Dr. Bretz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bretz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578856431.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bretz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bretz
What is Dr. Kristin Bretz's specialty?
Dr. Bretz is a Ophthalmologist near Salt Lake City, UT.
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. Kristin Bretz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bretz is affiliated with Intermountain Medical Center 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
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Is Kristin Bretz accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Kristin Bretz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristin Bretz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bretz's office at (801) 266-2283 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristin Bretz?
Please contact Dr. Bretz's office at (801) 266-2283 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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