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Dr. Katherine Brown, MD
Kansas City, MO
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brown, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Katherine Brown, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (317) 944-8103.
What languages does Dr. Brown speak?
Dr. Brown and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Brown typically treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Inward Turning Eye
- Alternating Walleye
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Esotropia
- Monocular Exotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H50111: Monocular exotropia, right eye
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
- Retinal disease in premature babies
- Premature baby eye condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
- H35123: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 1, bilateral
Also known as:
- Unexplained Health Concerns
- Health Anxiety
- Somatic Symptoms
- Undiagnosed Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z711: Person with feared health complaint in whom no diagnosis is made
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Brown typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?
Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 944-8103 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Brown in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Brown's office located?
Dr. Katherine Brown's Primary Practice
3101 Broadway Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64111
(317) 944-8103
What is Dr. Brown's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396234308.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brown
What is Dr. Katherine Brown's specialty?
Dr. Brown is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Kansas City, MO.
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Katherine Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield 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 Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Katherine Brown accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Brown is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Brown offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (317) 944-8103 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Brown?
Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (317) 944-8103 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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