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Dr. Aaron Fairbanks, MD

Ophthalmologist

Eau Claire, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fairbanks, Ophthalmologist in Eau Claire, WI?

    Dr. Aaron Fairbanks, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Eau Claire, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fairbanks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fairbanks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fairbanks’s office at (617) 573-3288.

    What languages does Dr. Fairbanks speak?

    Dr. Fairbanks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Fairbanks typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Fairbanks 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. Fairbanks. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Fairbanks typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Fairbanks 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. Fairbanks. 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:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    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
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    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)

    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 Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Fairbanks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fairbanks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 573-3288 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fairbanks accept in Eau Claire, WI?

    Dr. Fairbanks in Eau Claire, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Wisconsin

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Fairbanks' office located?

    Dr. Aaron Fairbanks' Primary Practice

    733 W Clairemont Ave

    Eau Claire, WI 54701

    (617) 573-3288

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    Dr. Aaron Fairbanks' Practice 2

    2409 Stout Rd

    Menomonie, WI 54751

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    Dr. Aaron Fairbanks' Practice 3

    1221 Whipple St

    Eau Claire, WI 54703

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    What hospitals are Dr. Fairbanks affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Fairbanks has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mayo Clinic Health System - Red Cedar Menomonie,Menomonie, WI

    What is Dr. Fairbanks's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fairbanks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255863239.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fairbanks?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fairbanks

    What is Dr. Aaron Fairbanks's specialty?

    Dr. Fairbanks is an Ophthalmologist near Eau Claire, WI.

    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 Dr. Aaron Fairbanks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fairbanks is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In Eau Claire, Mayo Clinic Health System In Eau Claire 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 an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Aaron Fairbanks accepting new patients in Eau Claire, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Aaron Fairbanks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aaron Fairbanks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fairbanks' office at (617) 573-3288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Aaron Fairbanks?

    Please contact Dr. Fairbanks' office at (617) 573-3288 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fairbanks' office located?

    Dr. Fairbanks' offices are located in Eau Claire, WI and Menomonie, WI.