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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. West, Ophthalmologist in London, KY?
Dr. Justin West, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in London, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. West is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. West’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. West’s office.
What languages does Dr. West speak?
Dr. West and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. West typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. West 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. West. 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
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
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:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. West typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. West 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. West. 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
- Cataract Removal by Phacoemulsification
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
- Lens Material Removal
- Cataract Surgery (Phaco)
- Ultrasonic Cataract Removal
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
- 66850: Removal of lens material; phacofragmentation technique (mechanical or ultrasonic) (eg, phacoemulsification), with aspiration
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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
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)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
Does Dr. West accept my insurance?
Dr. West 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. West accept in London, KY?
Dr. West in London, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. West's office located?
What is Dr. West's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. West's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235591355.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. West?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. West
What is Dr. Justin West's specialty?
Dr. West is a Ophthalmologist near London, KY.
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 this Dr. Justin West affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. West is affiliated with Baptist Health Richmond 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 Justin West accepting new patients in London, KY?
Yes, Dr. Justin West is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Justin West offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. West's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Justin West?
Please contact Dr. West's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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