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Dr. Christi Willen, MD
Lexington, KY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Willen, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Christi Willen, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Willen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Willen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Willen’s office.
Is Dr. Willen board certified as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christi Willen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Willen speak?
Dr. Willen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Willen treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Willen 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. Willen. 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:
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Intermittent Walleye
- Monocular Esotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Esotropia
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Intermittent exotropia
- Occasional outward eye turn
- Eyes turn out sometimes
- One Eye Turned In
- Monocular Convergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Esotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H50332: Intermittent monocular exotropia, left eye
- H50012: Monocular esotropia, left eye
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Willen perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Willen 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. Willen. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
Does Dr. Willen accept my insurance?
Dr. Willen 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. Willen accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Willen in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Willen's office located?
What is Dr. Willen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Willen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639387509.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Willen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Willen
What is Dr. Christi Willen's specialty?
Dr. Willen is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Lexington, KY. An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Willen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christi Willen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Willen is affiliated with UK King's Daughters Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
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Is Christi Willen accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Christi Willen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christi Willen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Willen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christi Willen?
Please contact Dr. Willen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christi Willen have?
Dr. Christi Willen is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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