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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Messenger, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Boise, ID?
Dr. Wyatt Messenger, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Boise, ID. Dr. Messenger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Messenger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Messenger’s office at (206) 336-8700.
What languages does Dr. Messenger speak?
Dr. Messenger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Messenger typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Messenger 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. Messenger. 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:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
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:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Conical cornea
- KC
- Corneal thinning disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18603: Keratoconus, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Senile Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Messenger typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Messenger 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. Messenger. 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:
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft
- Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
- Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Does Dr. Messenger accept my insurance?
Dr. Messenger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 336-8700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Messenger accept in Boise, ID?
Dr. Messenger in Boise, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Messenger's office located?
Dr. Wyatt Messenger's Primary Practice
360 E Mallard Dr Ste 110
Boise, ID 83706
(206) 336-8700
What is Dr. Messenger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Messenger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093100109.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Messenger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Messenger
What is Dr. Wyatt Messenger's specialty?
Dr. Messenger is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Boise, ID.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Wyatt Messenger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Messenger is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center 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
When to see a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Wyatt Messenger accepting new patients in Boise, ID?
Yes, Dr. Wyatt Messenger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wyatt Messenger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Messenger's office at (206) 336-8700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wyatt Messenger?
Please contact Dr. Messenger's office at (206) 336-8700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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