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Dr. Austen Knapp, MD

Ophthalmologist

Grand Rapids, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Knapp, Ophthalmologist in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Austen Knapp, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Knapp is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knapp’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knapp’s office at (650) 853-2974.

    What languages does Dr. Knapp speak?

    Dr. Knapp and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Knapp typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Knapp 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. Knapp. 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
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye gel sticking to the macula
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging
    • VMA
    • Macular adhesion
    • Vitreous traction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43823: Vitreomacular adhesion, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Knapp typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Knapp 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. Knapp. 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
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    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:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • 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
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;

    Also known as:

    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    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

    Also known as:

    • Vitrectomy with Laser Treatment
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Eye Vitreous Removal with Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67039: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with focal endolaser photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Knapp accept my insurance?

    Dr. Knapp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-2974 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Knapp accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Knapp in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Knapp's office located?

    Dr. Austen Knapp's Primary Practice

    5030 Cascade Rd SE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49546

    (650) 853-2974

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    What is Dr. Knapp's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Knapp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871098111.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knapp?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Knapp

    What is Dr. Austen Knapp's specialty?

    Dr. Knapp is an Ophthalmologist near Grand Rapids, MI.

    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 Dr. Austen Knapp affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Knapp is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Holland Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Austen Knapp accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Austen Knapp is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Austen Knapp offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Knapp's office at (650) 853-2974 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Austen Knapp?

    Please contact Dr. Knapp's office at (650) 853-2974 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Knapp's office located?

    Dr. Knapp's office is located in Grand Rapids, MI.