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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Iverson, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Lexington, SC?
Dr. Shawn Iverson, DO is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Iverson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iverson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iverson’s office.
What languages does Dr. Iverson speak?
Dr. Iverson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Iverson typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Iverson 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. Iverson. 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:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Iverson typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Iverson 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. Iverson. 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)
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Aqueous Shunt Placement
- Glaucoma Implant Surgery
- Eye Pressure Drainage Device
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
Also known as:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Does Dr. Iverson accept my insurance?
Dr. Iverson 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. Iverson accept in Lexington, SC?
Dr. Iverson in Lexington, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Iverson's office located?
What is Dr. Iverson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Iverson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205248077.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iverson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Iverson
What is Dr. Shawn Iverson's specialty?
Dr. Iverson is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Lexington, SC.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods.
Is this Dr. Shawn Iverson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Iverson is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Lexington Medical Center 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
When to see a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shawn Iverson accepting new patients in Lexington, SC?
Yes, Dr. Shawn Iverson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shawn Iverson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Iverson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shawn Iverson?
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