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Dr. Andrew Harrison, MD

Dr. Andrew Harrison, MD

Minneapolis, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harrison, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Andrew Harrison, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Harrison graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Ophthalmology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the Minnesota Medical Association/Twin Cities and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Harrison is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harrison’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harrison’s office at (612) 625-4400.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Harrison?

    Dr. Andrew Harrison, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Harrison empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eyelid Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery, Eyelid Surgery/Blepharoplasty, Graves Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Minneapolis/MN community, Dr. Harrison is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Harrison go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: U/MN PROG, MINNEAPOLIS, MN, Ophthalmology | Univ Minnesota, Neuro-Ophthalmology | Oregon HS Univ/Casey Inst, Plastics/Reconstructive | University of Minnesota, Neuro-ophthalmology Fellowship | Oregon Health Sciences University, Oculoplastic Surgery Fellowship | Oregon Health & Sciences University School of Medicine

    • Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Ophthalmology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Internal Medicine | University Of Minnesota | University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals | University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - Medical School, Minneapolis, Mn, United States, M.D. | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program

    • Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo | University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Harrison board certified as an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Harrison, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Harrison speak?

    Dr. Harrison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Harrison treat?

    As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Harrison 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. Harrison. 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:

    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Blepharospasm
    • Droopy Eyelid
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Benign essential blepharospasm
    • Droopy eyelids
    • Excess eyelid skin
    • Dermatochalasis
    • Eyelid Spasms
    • Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    • Involuntary Eye Twitching
    • Ptosis
    • Eyelid Droop
    • Falling Eyelid
    • Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
    • Eyelid Drooping
    • Upper Eyelid Sagging
    • Fallen Eyelid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
    • G245: Blepharospasm
    • H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
    • H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids

    Also known as:

    • Localized Blind Spot
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Localized Visual Field Loss
    • Specific Blind Spot
    • Patchy Vision Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53453: Other localized visual field defect, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Drooping Eyebrows in Both Eyes
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Bilateral Brow Ptosis
    • Sagging Eyebrows Both Sides
    • Eyebrow Droop

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H57813: Brow ptosis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    What procedures does Dr. Harrison perform?

    As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Harrison 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. Harrison. 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:

    • Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
    • Ptosis Repair (Fasanella-Servat Type)
    • Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
    • Extensive Ectropion Repair
    • Eyelid Lesion Removal
    • Eyelid Retraction Correction
    • Temporary Eyelid Closure
    • Eyelid Turning In Repair
    • Eyelid Repair (Extensive)
    • Lateral Canthopexy
    • Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Repair)
    • Chalazion Removal
    • Eyelid Corner Reconstruction (Canthoplasty)
    • Eyelid Lesion Removal and Repair
    • Upper Eyelid Lift
    • Eyelid Surgery to Help Eye Close (Gold Weight Implant)
    • Eyelid Closure Surgery with Tarsal Plate Transposition
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Droopy Eyelid Surgery
    • Upper Eyelid Reduction
    • Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
    • Blepharoptosis Repair
    • Levator Resection for Ptosis
    • Levator Resection
    • Eyelid Lift Surgery
    • Ptosis Correction
    • Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
    • Tarsal Strip Operation
    • Lower Eyelid Repair
    • Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
    • Eyelid growth removal
    • Eyelid bump excision
    • Eyelid skin lesion surgery
    • Eyelid retraction repair
    • Lower eyelid retraction surgery
    • Fix pulled back eyelid
    • Eyelid suturing
    • Frost suture procedure
    • Temporary tarsorrhaphy
    • Entropion Repair
    • Inward Eyelid Surgery
    • Tarsal Strip Repair
    • Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
    • Eyelid Reconstruction
    • Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
    • Eyelid Corner Tightening
    • Canthal Suspension
    • Lateral Canthal Repositioning
    • Blepharoptosis repair
    • Eyelid lift for ptosis
    • Frontalis sling for droopy eyelid
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Meibomian Cyst Removal
    • Canthoplasty
    • Eyelid corner repair
    • Eye shape surgery
    • Reconstructive eyelid surgery
    • Upper Blepharoplasty
    • Eyelid Surgery
    • Lagophthalmos correction
    • Gold weight eyelid implant
    • Upper eyelid load
    • Eyelid closure surgery
    • Tarsorrhaphy
    • Canthorrhaphy
    • Eyelid Adhesion Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
    • 67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
    • 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
    • 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
    • 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
    • 67911: Correction of lid retraction
    • 67875: Temporary closure of eyelids by suture (eg, Frost suture)
    • 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
    • 67966: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; over one-fourth of lid margin
    • 21282: Lateral canthopexy
    • 67901: Repair of blepharoptosis; frontalis muscle technique with suture or other material (eg, banked fascia)
    • 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
    • 67950: Canthoplasty (reconstruction of canthus)
    • 67961: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; up to one-fourth of lid margin
    • 15822: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid;
    • 67912: Correction of lagophthalmos, with implantation of upper eyelid lid load (eg, gold weight)
    • 67882: Construction of intermarginal adhesions, median tarsorrhaphy, or canthorrhaphy; with transposition of tarsal plate

    Also known as:

    • Drooping Brow Repair
    • Brow Lift
    • Forehead Lift
    • Ptosis Repair (Brow)

    CPT Codes:

    • 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
    • Tear Duct Opening Dilation
    • Probing of Tear Duct
    • Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
    • Tear Duct Stent Insertion
    • Blocked Tear Duct Repair
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
    • Lacrimal Punctum Dilation
    • Tear Duct Widening
    • Punctal Dilation
    • Nasolacrimal duct probing
    • Tear duct irrigation
    • Blocked tear duct treatment
    • Lacrimal duct probing

    CPT Codes:

    • 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
    • 68801: Dilation of lacrimal punctum, with or without irrigation
    • 68810: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation;

    Also known as:

    • Eye Socket Exploration and Biopsy
    • Eye Socket Lesion Removal
    • Eye Socket Decompression Surgery
    • Orbitotomy without bone removal
    • Orbital exploration
    • Eye socket biopsy
    • Orbitotomy
    • Orbital Tumor Removal
    • Eye Socket Growth Surgery
    • Orbital Decompression
    • Kroenlein Orbitotomy
    • Eye Socket Bone Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67400: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); for exploration, with or without biopsy
    • 67412: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of lesion
    • 67445: Orbitotomy with bone flap or window, lateral approach (eg, Kroenlein); with removal of bone for decompression

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Bypass Surgery (DCR)
    • Tear Duct Bypass Surgery with Tube
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy
    • Blocked Tear Duct Surgery
    • Lacrimal Sac to Nasal Cavity Bypass
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)
    • Conjunctivorhinostomy
    • Tear Duct Stent Placement
    • Eye to Nose Drainage Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 68720: Dacryocystorhinostomy (fistulization of lacrimal sac to nasal cavity)
    • 68750: Conjunctivorhinostomy (fistulization of conjunctiva to nasal cavity); with insertion of tube or stent

    Also known as:

    • Eyelash Correction for Trichiasis
    • Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
    • Trichiasis Treatment
    • Ingrown Eyelash Removal
    • Electrosurgery for Eyelashes
    • Trichiasis Epilation
    • Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes

    CPT Codes:

    • 67825: Correction of trichiasis; epilation by other than forceps (eg, by electrosurgery, cryotherapy, laser surgery)
    • 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Opening Procedure
    • Eye Content Removal with Implant
    • Lacrimal Punctum Incision
    • Punctal Dilation
    • Blocked Tear Duct Opening
    • Tear Duct Snip
    • Ocular evisceration with implant
    • Eye removal (partial) with prosthetic
    • Evisceration of eye

    CPT Codes:

    • 68440: Snip incision of lacrimal punctum
    • 65093: Evisceration of ocular contents; with implant

    Also known as:

    • Eyelid Reconstruction with Flap
    • Eyelid Reconstruction (Second Stage)
    • Lower Eyelid Reconstruction
    • Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
    • Tarsoconjunctival Flap
    • Eyelid Surgery
    • Full thickness eyelid repair
    • Tarsoconjunctival flap
    • Eyelid surgery
    • Eyelid Flap Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67971: Reconstruction of eyelid, full thickness by transfer of tarsoconjunctival flap from opposing eyelid; up to two-thirds of eyelid, 1 stage or first stage
    • 67975: Reconstruction of eyelid, full thickness by transfer of tarsoconjunctival flap from opposing eyelid; second stage
    • 67973: Reconstruction of eyelid, full thickness by transfer of tarsoconjunctival flap from opposing eyelid; total eyelid, lower, 1 stage or first stage

    Also known as:

    • Eyelid Wound Repair (Full Thickness)
    • Eyelid laceration repair
    • Full thickness eyelid suture
    • Lid margin repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 67935: Suture of recent wound, eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, and/or palpebral conjunctiva direct closure; full thickness

    Also known as:

    • Eyelid Skin Biopsy
    • Eyelid Biopsy
    • Lid Margin Biopsy
    • Eyelid Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67810: Incisional Biopsy Of Eyelid Skin Including Lid Margin

    Also known as:

    • Conjunctiva Repair with Graft
    • Conjunctival Grafting
    • Eye Surface Reconstruction
    • Extensive Conjunctivoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 68320: Conjunctivoplasty; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement

    Also known as:

    • Conjunctival Reconstruction with Graft
    • Conjunctivoplasty with Graft
    • Eye Surface Reconstruction
    • Cul-de-Sac Reconstruction (Eye)

    CPT Codes:

    • 68326: Conjunctivoplasty, reconstruction cul-de-sac; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement

    Also known as:

    • Conjunctiva Biopsy
    • Eye Surface Biopsy
    • Conjunctival Tissue Sample
    • Biopsy of the Eye Lining

    CPT Codes:

    • 68100: Biopsy of conjunctiva

    Also known as:

    • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
    • Botox for facial spasms
    • Facial nerve chemodenervation
    • Blepharospasm treatment
    • Hemifacial spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
    • Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Computer-Guided Neurosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
    • Facial Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
    • Facial Skin Graft
    • Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
    • Full Thickness Graft for Face
    • Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Covering Application
    • Skin Replacement Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
    • 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
    • Facial Lesion Excision
    • Ear Lesion Removal
    • Eyelid Lesion Surgery
    • Lip Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11440: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
    • Intralesional Injection
    • Lesion Injection Therapy
    • Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps

    CPT Codes:

    • 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Nose Scope
    • Rhinoscope
    • Nasal Examination with Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)
    • Endoscopic Tear Duct Opening
    • Nasal Endoscopy for Tear Duct

    CPT Codes:

    • 31239: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with dacryocystorhinostomy

    Does Dr. Harrison accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harrison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 625-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harrison accept in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Harrison in Minneapolis, MN 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 Minnesota

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Genesis Health System

    • HealthPartners

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Minnesota

    • Ucare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Harrison's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Harrison's Primary Practice

    500 Harvard St SE

    Minneapolis, MN 55455

    (612) 625-4400

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    Dr. Andrew Harrison's Practice 2

    6401 France Ave S

    Edina, MN 55435

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    Dr. Andrew Harrison's Practice 3

    2450 Riverside Ave

    Minneapolis, MN 55454

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Minnesota Medical Association/Twin Cities

    Member

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Fellow

    Awards

    Mpls. St. Paul Magazine Top Doctor - (2013, 2014)

    Mpls. St. Paul Magazine Top Doctor

    Best Doctors for Women Minnesota Monthly Magazine

    U.S. News & World Report 2012 Top Doctor

    What is Dr. Harrison's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Harrison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396768180.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harrison?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harrison

    What is Dr. Andrew Harrison's specialty?

    Dr. Harrison is a Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Minneapolis, MN. A physician specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery. This subspecialty involves both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose, and treat conditions affecting the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems, and the surrounding structures of the face and neck. Contact Dr. Harrison to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Andrew Harrison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harrison is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital 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

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    Is Andrew Harrison accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Harrison is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Harrison offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (612) 625-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Andrew Harrison?

    Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (612) 625-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Harrison have?

    Dr. Andrew Harrison is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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