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Who is Dr. Lawhon, Ophthalmologist in Akron, OH?
Dr. William Lawhon, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH. He is board certified. Dr. Lawhon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawhon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawhon’s office at (330) 543-5290.
What languages does Dr. Lawhon speak?
Dr. Lawhon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lawhon treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lawhon 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. Lawhon. 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:
- Astigmatism
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Inward Turning Eye
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Alternating Walleye
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Esotropia
- Vertical strabismus
- One eye higher than the other
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5022: Vertical strabismus, left eye
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
Also known as:
- Strabismic Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Lazy eye from crossed eyes
- Squint amblyopia
- Amblyopia from eye turn
- Lazy eye
- Reduced vision
- Vision loss in one eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53031: Strabismic amblyopia, right eye
- H53032: Strabismic amblyopia, left eye
- H53002: Unspecified amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Binocular Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
- Eye teaming problems
- Depth perception issues
- Disorder of binocular vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
- H5330: Unspecified disorder of binocular vision
Also known as:
- Blocked Tear Duct at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Tears
- Congenital Lacrimal Duct Obstruction
- Narrow Tear Duct in Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q105: Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
Also known as:
- Retina Disorder in Premature Babies
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- ROP
- Premature Infant Eye Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35103: Retinopathy of prematurity, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Vision Loss in One Eye
- Reduced Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53001: Unspecified amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neurofibromatosis type 1
- NF1
- Von Recklinghausen disease
- Peripheral neurofibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1
Also known as:
- Blepharitis
- Eyelid Disorder
- Eyelid Inflammation
- Crusty Eyelids
- Eyelid Margin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H01009: Unspecified blepharitis unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid
Which procedures does Dr. Lawhon perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. William Lawhon may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lawhon's office.
Does Dr. Lawhon accept my insurance?
Dr. Lawhon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 543-5290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lawhon accept in Akron, OH?
Dr. Lawhon in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthScope
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Lawhon's office located?
What is Dr. Lawhon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lawhon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790980639.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawhon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lawhon
What is Dr. William Lawhon's specialty?
Dr. Lawhon is a Ophthalmologist near Akron, OH. 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. Lawhon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Lawhon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lawhon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Akron Childrens. 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 William Lawhon accepting new patients in Akron, OH?
Yes, Dr. William Lawhon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Lawhon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lawhon's office at (330) 543-5290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Lawhon?
Please contact Dr. Lawhon's office at (330) 543-5290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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