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Dr. Benjamin King, MD

Memphis, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. King, Ophthalmologist in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Benjamin King, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. King is fluent in English, French, and Sign Languages, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. King’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. King’s office at (443) 933-4242.

    What languages does Dr. King speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Sign Languages

    What conditions does Dr. King treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. King 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. King. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling
    • Advanced diabetic eye disease
    • Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
    • New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113592: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
    • E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
    • E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    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
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Bleeding in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Eye bleeding
    • Blood in the vitreous
    • Ocular hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
    • H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Uveal Melanoma
    • Eye Cancer
    • Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma Treatment (PDQ)
    • Choroidal Melanoma
    • Intraocular Melanoma
    • Cancer of the Choroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C6932: Malignant neoplasm of left choroid
    • C6931: Malignant neoplasm of right choroid

    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

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye

    What procedures does Dr. King perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. King 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. King. 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:

    • 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:

    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Removal of Eye Implant (Back of Eye)
    • Removal of Eye Implant (Extraocular)
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Intraocular Implant Removal
    • Posterior Segment Implant Extraction
    • Eye Device Removal Surgery
    • Extraocular Implant Removal
    • Posterior Segment Implant Excision
    • Eye Foreign Body Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
    • 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
    • 67121: Removal of implanted material, posterior segment; intraocular
    • 67120: Removal of implanted material, posterior segment; extraocular

    Also known as:

    • Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
    • 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)

    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:

    • Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
    • Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
    • Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
    • Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens

    Also known as:

    • Retina Lesion Radiation Treatment
    • Macular Edema Radiation
    • Retinal Tumor Brachytherapy
    • Eye Radiation Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67218: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; radiation by implantation of source (includes removal of source)

    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. King accept my insurance?

    Dr. King accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (443) 933-4242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. King accept in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. King in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. King's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin King's Primary Practice

    930 Madison Ave Ste 200

    Memphis, TN 38103

    (443) 933-4242

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    Dr. Benjamin King's Practice 2

    1068 Cresthaven Rd Ste 400

    Memphis, TN 38119

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    Dr. Benjamin King's Practice 3

    200 Hawkins Dr

    Iowa City, IA 52242

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

    Dr. King's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871937870.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. King?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin King's specialty?

    Dr. King is a Ophthalmologist near Memphis, TN. 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. King to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin King affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. King is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital 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 Benjamin King accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin King is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin King offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. King's office at (443) 933-4242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin King?

    Please contact Dr. King's office at (443) 933-4242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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