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Dr. Brendan Butler, MD

Kalamazoo, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Butler, Glaucoma Specialist in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Dr. Brendan Butler, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI. Dr. Butler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Butler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Butler’s office at (269) 343-1684.

    What languages does Dr. Butler speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Butler typically treat?

    As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Butler 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. Butler. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H524: Presbyopia

    What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Butler typically perform?

    As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Butler 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. Butler. 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 here.

    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
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • 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
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment
    • 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
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 65820: Goniotomy

    Does Dr. Butler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Butler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 343-1684 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Butler accept in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Dr. Butler in Kalamazoo, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Butler's office located?

    Dr. Brendan Butler's Primary Practice

    1052 Gull Rd

    Kalamazoo, MI 49048

    (269) 343-1684

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

    Dr. Butler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821384694.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Butler?

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

    What is Dr. Brendan Butler's specialty?

    Dr. Butler is a Glaucoma Specialist near Kalamazoo, MI.

    What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?

    An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions.

    Is this Dr. Brendan Butler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Butler is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Bronson Lakeview Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Trinity Health Grand Rapids 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

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    Is Brendan Butler accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Brendan Butler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brendan Butler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Butler's office at (269) 343-1684 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brendan Butler?

    Please contact Dr. Butler's office at (269) 343-1684 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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