Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kramer, Ophthalmologist in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Benjamin Kramer, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kramer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kramer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kramer’s office at (704) 365-0555.
What languages does Dr. Kramer speak?
Dr. Kramer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Kramer typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kramer 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. Kramer. 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:
- Astigmatism
- Nearsightedness
- Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Unequal Focus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
- H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Intermittent alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
- Occasional alternating inward eye turn
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Kramer typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kramer 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. Kramer. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Nasolacrimal duct probing
- Blocked tear duct procedure
- Tear duct irrigation
CPT Codes:
- 68811: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; requiring general anesthesia
Does Dr. Kramer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kramer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 365-0555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kramer accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Kramer in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EyeMed
Guardian Life Insurance Company of America
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kramer's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Kramer's Primary Practice
135 S Sharon Amity Rd Ste 100
Charlotte, NC 28211
(704) 365-0555
What is Dr. Kramer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kramer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053504399.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kramer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kramer
What is Dr. Benjamin Kramer's specialty?
Dr. Kramer is a Ophthalmologist near Charlotte, NC.
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. Benjamin Kramer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kramer is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Atrium Health University City, Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center, Atrium Health Pineville 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
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Is Benjamin Kramer accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Kramer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Kramer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kramer's office at (704) 365-0555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Kramer?
Please contact Dr. Kramer's office at (704) 365-0555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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