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Who is Dr. Mcguffey, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Charles Mcguffey, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mcguffey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcguffey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcguffey’s office at (601) 353-2020.
What languages does Dr. Mcguffey speak?
Dr. Mcguffey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mcguffey treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Mcguffey 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. Mcguffey. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Nerve-Related Eye Inflammation
- Corneal Ulcer
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
- Corneal Nerve Damage Inflammation
- Neurotrophic Keratitis
- Corneal and Conjunctival Nerve Inflammation
- Eye Ulcer
- Open Sore on Cornea
- Corneal Erosion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
- H16232: Neurotrophic keratoconjunctivitis, left eye
- H16012: Central corneal ulcer, left eye
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
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:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Herpes Eye Infection
- Herpes Simplex
- Herpes Keratitis
- Ocular Herpes
- Corneal Herpes
ICD-10 Codes:
- B0052: Herpesviral keratitis
Also known as:
- Squamous Blepharitis
- Eyelid Disorder
- Scaly eyelid inflammation
- Dandruff-like eyelids
- Chronic blepharitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H01021: Squamous blepharitis right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Mcguffey perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Charles Mcguffey 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. Mcguffey's office.
Does Dr. Mcguffey accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcguffey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 353-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcguffey accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Mcguffey in Jackson, MS 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 Mississippi
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
First Administrators
Fox-Everett
Medicare
Mississippi Managed Care Network
State of Arizona
Tribute Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Mcguffey's office located?
Dr. Charles Mcguffey's Primary Practice
1200 N State St Ste 330
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 353-2020
What is Dr. Mcguffey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcguffey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073047247.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcguffey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcguffey
What is Dr. Charles Mcguffey's specialty?
Dr. Mcguffey is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Jackson, MS. 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. Contact Dr. Mcguffey to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Mcguffey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mcguffey is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Charles Mcguffey accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Charles Mcguffey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Mcguffey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcguffey's office at (601) 353-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Mcguffey?
Please contact Dr. Mcguffey's office at (601) 353-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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