FD
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Decroos, Retina Specialist in Hixson, TN?
Dr. Francis Decroos, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Hixson, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Decroos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Decroos’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Decroos’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Decroos?
Dr. Francis Decroos, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Decroos empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Diabetic Macular Edema, Macular Degeneration, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Hixson, TN community, Dr. Decroos is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Decroos board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Francis Decroos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Decroos speak?
Dr. Decroos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Decroos typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Decroos 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. Decroos. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Decroos typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Decroos 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. Decroos. 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 Injection
- Injection into Eye Capsule
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
- Tenon's Capsule Injection
- Periocular Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
- 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Removal of Eye Implant (Back of Eye)
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Intraocular Implant Removal
- Posterior Segment Implant Extraction
- Eye Device Removal Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67121: Removal of implanted material, posterior segment; intraocular
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Decroos accept my insurance?
Dr. Decroos 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. Decroos accept in Hixson, TN?
Dr. Decroos in Hixson, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Decroos' office located?
What is Dr. Decroos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Decroos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871627554.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Decroos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Decroos
What is Dr. Francis Decroos's specialty?
Dr. Decroos is a Retina Specialist near Hixson, TN.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. Francis Decroos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Decroos is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness 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 a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Retina Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Francis Decroos accepting new patients in Hixson, TN?
Yes, Dr. Francis Decroos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Decroos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Decroos's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Decroos?
Please contact Dr. Decroos's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Decroos have?
Dr. Francis Decroos is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Other Retina Specialist Near Hixson, TN
Retina Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Richard Breazeale, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Hixson, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Hixson, TN
DG
Retina Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Devon Ghodasra, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Hixson, TN with 2 additional practice locations.
Hixson, TN
RS
Retina Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Rohan Shah, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations.
Knoxville, TN