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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Linton, Neuro-ophthalmologist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Edward Linton, MD is a Neuro-ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA. Dr. Linton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Linton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Linton’s office at (319) 356-1616.
What languages does Dr. Linton speak?
Dr. Linton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Linton typically treat?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Linton 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. Linton. 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:
- Vision Impairment
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Poor Vision
- Low Vision
- Visual Dysfunction
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H479: Unspecified disorder of visual pathways
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
What procedures does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Linton typically perform?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Linton may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
Please contact Dr. Linton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Linton accept my insurance?
Dr. Linton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-1616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Linton accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Linton in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Linton's office located?
What is Dr. Linton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Linton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144754946.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Linton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Linton
What is Dr. Edward Linton's specialty?
Dr. Linton is a Neuro-ophthalmologist near Iowa City, IA.
What does a Neuro-ophthalmologist do?
A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist in ophthalmology who evaluates, treats, and studies disorders related to the eye, orbit, and nervous system, particularly concerning the interactions between the visual motor and visual sensory systems and the central nervous system. These specialists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders.
Is this Dr. Edward Linton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Linton is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, Blessing 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
When to see a Neuro-ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Edward Linton accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Linton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Linton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Linton's office at (319) 356-1616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Linton?
Please contact Dr. Linton's office at (319) 356-1616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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