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Who is Dr. Santos-Flores, Ophthalmologist in Des Peres, MO?
Dr. Byron Santos-Flores, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Des Peres, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Santos-Flores graduated from Universidad De San Carlos, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Jackson Park Hospital Program. Dr. Santos-Flores is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santos-Flores’s office at (314) 909-0391.
Where did Dr. Santos-Flores go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Park Hospital Program
Medical School: University of San Carlos/ Health Services Department | Universidad De San Carlos, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas
What languages does Dr. Santos-Flores speak?
Dr. Santos-Flores and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Santos-Flores treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Santos-Flores 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. Santos-Flores. 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.
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Turning Outward
- Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
- Chalazion
- Chalazion on Right Lower Eyelid
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Turning Inward
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Mechanical Eyelid Droop
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Everted Eyelid
- Eyelid Eversion
- Senile Ectropion
- Spastic Ectropion
- Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
- Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
- Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid
- Meibomian cyst
- Eyelid cyst
- Stye-like bump
- Eyelid Drooping
- Upper Eyelid Sagging
- Fallen Eyelid
- Right Lower Eyelid Cyst
- Meibomian Cyst on Lower Lid
- Blocked Gland Right Lower Eyelid
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
- Inverted Eyelid
- Eyelid Inversion
- Senile Entropion
- Spastic Entropion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02413: Mechanical ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02132: Senile ectropion of right lower eyelid
- H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid
- H0015: Chalazion left lower eyelid
- H02411: Mechanical ptosis of right eyelid
- H0014: Chalazion left upper eyelid
- H0012: Chalazion right lower eyelid
- G245: Blepharospasm
- H02032: Senile entropion of right lower eyelid
Also known as:
- Drooping Eyebrows in Both Eyes
- Eyelid Disorder
- Bilateral Brow Ptosis
- Sagging Eyebrows Both Sides
- Eyebrow Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H57813: Brow ptosis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Non-cancerous skin lesion
- Skin tumor
- Skin lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D23121: Other benign neoplasm of skin of left upper eyelid, including canthus
- D23111: Other benign neoplasm of skin of right upper eyelid, including canthus
- D23122: Other benign neoplasm of skin of left lower eyelid, including canthus
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Also known as:
- Squamous Blepharitis
- Eyelid Disorder
- Scaly eyelid inflammation
- Dandruff-like eyelids
- Chronic blepharitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H01021: Squamous blepharitis right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Dermatochalasis
- Droopy Eyelid Skin
- Excess Eyelid Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02834: Dermatochalasis of left upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Benign Tumor on Right Lower Eyelid Skin
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Non-cancerous growth on right lower eyelid
- Right lower eyelid skin lesion
- Benign right lower eyelid mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D23112: Other benign neoplasm of skin of right lower eyelid, including canthus
What procedures does Dr. Santos-Flores perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Santos-Flores 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. Santos-Flores. 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.
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Chalazion Removal
- Eyelid Repair (Extensive)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Reconstruction
- Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
CPT Codes:
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
- 67966: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; over one-fourth of lid margin
Also known as:
- Drooping Brow Repair
- Brow Lift
- Forehead Lift
- Ptosis Repair (Brow)
CPT Codes:
- 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)
Also known as:
- Eyelash Correction for Trichiasis
- Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
- Trichiasis Treatment
- Ingrown Eyelash Removal
- Electrosurgery for Eyelashes
- Trichiasis Epilation
- Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
CPT Codes:
- 67825: Correction of trichiasis; epilation by other than forceps (eg, by electrosurgery, cryotherapy, laser surgery)
- 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only
Also known as:
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
CPT Codes:
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing
- Lacrimal Duct Probing
- Tear Duct Irrigation
- Unblocking Tear Duct
CPT Codes:
- 68840: Probing of lacrimal canaliculi, with or without irrigation
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Bypass Surgery (DCR)
- Dacryocystorhinostomy
- Blocked Tear Duct Surgery
- Lacrimal Sac to Nasal Cavity Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 68720: Dacryocystorhinostomy (fistulization of lacrimal sac to nasal cavity)
Also known as:
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Facial Lesion Excision
- Ear Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Lesion Surgery
- Lip Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11440: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Santos-Flores accept my insurance?
Dr. Santos-Flores accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 909-0391 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santos-Flores accept in Des Peres, MO?
Dr. Santos-Flores in Des Peres, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Santos-Flores' office located?
Dr. Byron Santos-Flores' Primary Practice
12990 Manchester Rd Ste 201
Des Peres, MO 63131
(314) 909-0391
Dr. Byron Santos-Flores' Practice 3
12692 Lamplighter Square Shpg Ctr
Saint Louis, MO 63128
What is Dr. Santos-Flores's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santos-Flores's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740307354.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santos-Flores?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santos-Flores
What is Dr. Byron Santos-Flores's specialty?
Dr. Santos-Flores is a Ophthalmologist near Des Peres, MO. 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. Contact Dr. Santos-Flores to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Byron Santos-Flores affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Santos-Flores is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Byron Santos-Flores accepting new patients in Des Peres, MO?
Yes, Dr. Byron Santos-Flores is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Byron Santos-Flores offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santos-Flores's office at (314) 909-0391 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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