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Who is Dr. Caldwell, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Matthew Caldwell, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Caldwell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caldwell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caldwell’s office at (919) 684-8111.
Is Dr. Caldwell board certified as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Caldwell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Caldwell speak?
Dr. Caldwell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Caldwell typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Caldwell 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. Caldwell. 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:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
Also known as:
- Glaucoma
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Glaucomatous optic neuropathy
- Eye pressure damage
- Optic nerve damage from glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47233: Glaucomatous optic atrophy, bilateral
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Caldwell typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Caldwell 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. Caldwell. 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Corneal Lesion Removal (Keratectomy)
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Corneal Excision
- Lamellar Keratectomy
- Partial Cornea Removal
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65400: Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Also known as:
- Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
- Open Neuroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
Also known as:
- Nerve Release Surgery (Microscope)
- Internal Neurolysis
- Microscopic Nerve Release
- Nerve Decompression Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 64727: Internal neurolysis, requiring use of operating microscope (List separately in addition to code for neuroplasty) (Neuroplasty includes external neurolysis)
Does Dr. Caldwell accept my insurance?
Dr. Caldwell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 684-8111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caldwell accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Caldwell in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Caldwell's office located?
Dr. Matthew Caldwell's Primary Practice
5430 Fredericksburg Rd Ste 100
San Antonio, TX 78229
(919) 684-8111
What is Dr. Caldwell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caldwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669594859.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caldwell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caldwell
What is Dr. Matthew Caldwell's specialty?
Dr. Caldwell is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near San Antonio, TX.
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. Matthew Caldwell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caldwell is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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
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Is Matthew Caldwell accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Caldwell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Caldwell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caldwell's office at (919) 684-8111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Caldwell?
Please contact Dr. Caldwell's office at (919) 684-8111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Caldwell have?
Dr. Matthew Caldwell is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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