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Who is Dr. Klaas, Ophthalmologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Carissa Klaas, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Klaas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Klaas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Klaas’s office at (812) 373-7777.
Is Dr. Klaas board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Carissa Klaas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Klaas speak?
Dr. Klaas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Klaas typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Klaas 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. Klaas. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
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
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Retinal Edema
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3581: Retinal edema
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113592: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Klaas typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Klaas 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. Klaas. 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:
- 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:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 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
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:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 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)
Does Dr. Klaas accept my insurance?
Dr. Klaas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (812) 373-7777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Klaas accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Klaas in Indianapolis, IN 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Sagamore Health Network
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Klaas' office located?
Dr. Carissa Klaas' Primary Practice
8849 Shelby St Ste A1
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(812) 373-7777
What is Dr. Klaas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Klaas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740488378.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Klaas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Klaas
What is Dr. Carissa Klaas's specialty?
Dr. Klaas is a Ophthalmologist near Indianapolis, IN.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Carissa Klaas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Klaas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Richard L. Roudebush Veterans Administration Medical Center. 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 Carissa Klaas accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Carissa Klaas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carissa Klaas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Klaas's office at (812) 373-7777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carissa Klaas?
Please contact Dr. Klaas's office at (812) 373-7777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carissa Klaas have?
Dr. Carissa Klaas is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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