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Who is Dr. Tavares, Ophthalmologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Lindsay Tavares, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Tavares is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tavares’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tavares’s office at (520) 229-1554.
What languages does Dr. Tavares speak?
Dr. Tavares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tavares treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tavares 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. Tavares. 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:
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401110: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, stage unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Tavares perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tavares 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. Tavares. 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:
- 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
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
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
- 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
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
Does Dr. Tavares accept my insurance?
Dr. Tavares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 229-1554 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tavares accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Tavares in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Tavares' office located?
Dr. Lindsay Tavares' Primary Practice
7396 N La Cholla Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 229-1554
What is Dr. Tavares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tavares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104056944.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tavares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tavares
What is Dr. Lindsay Tavares's specialty?
Dr. Tavares is a Ophthalmologist near Tucson, AZ. 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. Contact Dr. Tavares to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lindsay Tavares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tavares is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Oro Valley Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Lindsay Tavares accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Lindsay Tavares is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lindsay Tavares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tavares's office at (520) 229-1554 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lindsay Tavares?
Please contact Dr. Tavares's office at (520) 229-1554 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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