Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Weeks, Ophthalmologist in Opelika, AL?
Dr. Jeffrey Weeks is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Opelika, AL. Dr. Weeks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weeks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weeks’s office at (334) 887-2020.
What languages does Dr. Weeks speak?
Dr. Weeks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Weeks typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Weeks 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. Weeks. 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
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Weeks typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Weeks 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. Weeks. 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:
- 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:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
Also known as:
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Does Dr. Weeks accept my insurance?
Dr. Weeks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 887-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Weeks accept in Opelika, AL?
Dr. Weeks in Opelika, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Weeks' office located?
Dr. Jeffrey Weeks' Primary Practice
2871 Corporate Park Dr
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 887-2020
What is Dr. Weeks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Weeks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962613984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weeks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Weeks
What is Dr. Jeffrey Weeks's specialty?
Dr. Weeks is a Ophthalmologist near Opelika, AL.
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. Jeffrey Weeks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Weeks is affiliated with East Alabama 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
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Is Jeffrey Weeks accepting new patients in Opelika, AL?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Weeks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Weeks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Weeks's office at (334) 887-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Weeks?
Please contact Dr. Weeks's office at (334) 887-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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