Dr. Samantha Herretes, MD
Cornea and External Diseases Specialist
,Ophthalmologist
,Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease Specialist
Kansas City, MO
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Herretes, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Samantha Herretes, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Herretes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herretes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herretes’s office at (816) 932-4500.
What languages does Dr. Herretes speak?
Dr. Herretes 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. Herretes typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Herretes 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. Herretes. 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
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Herretes typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Herretes 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. Herretes. 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
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft
- Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
- Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
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)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
Also known as:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Corneal Transplant Surgery
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
- Penetrating Keratoplasty
- Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
- Eye Surface Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
- 65755: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (in pseudophakia)
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:
- Corneal Epithelium Removal
- Corneal Abrasion
- Corneal Curettage
- Eye Surface Scraping
CPT Codes:
- 65435: Removal of corneal epithelium; with or without chemocauterization (abrasion, curettage)
Does Dr. Herretes accept my insurance?
Dr. Herretes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 932-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Herretes accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Herretes in Kansas City, MO 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 and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Herretes' office located?
Dr. Samantha Herretes' Primary Practice
4320 Wornall Rd Ste 220
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 932-4500
What is Dr. Herretes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Herretes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770995862.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herretes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Herretes
What is Dr. Samantha Herretes's specialty?
Dr. Herretes is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Kansas City, MO.
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. Samantha Herretes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Herretes is affiliated with University Hospital - Mu Health Care 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
When to see a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samantha Herretes accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Samantha Herretes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samantha Herretes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Herretes's office at (816) 932-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samantha Herretes?
Please contact Dr. Herretes's office at (816) 932-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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