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Dr. Eric Blom, MD

Dr. Eric Blom, MD

Pueblo, CO

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    Who is Dr. Blom, Ophthalmologist in Pueblo, CO?

    Dr. Eric Blom, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Pueblo, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Blom graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Utah Program. Dr. Blom is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blom’s office at (719) 545-1530.

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

    • Residency: University of Utah Program

    • Medical School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Blom board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Blom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Blom speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Blom treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Blom 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. Blom. 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:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
    • H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
    • H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
    • H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Astigmatism
    • Refractive Errors
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close
    • Irregular Cornea
    • Blurred Vision
    • Distorted Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H524: Presbyopia
    • H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Blom perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Blom 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. Blom. 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:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
    • IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)

    Also known as:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma Canal Dilation
    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Glaucoma Drainage Device Placement (External Approach)
    • Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
    • Canaloplasty
    • Aqueous Outflow Dilation
    • Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
    • Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
    • Aqueous shunt implantation
    • Glaucoma shunt surgery
    • Eye pressure drainage device
    • External glaucoma drainage
    • Aqueous Shunt Surgery
    • Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
    • Eye Pressure Shunt

    CPT Codes:

    • 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
    • 65820: Goniotomy
    • 66179: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; without graft
    • 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft

    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:

    • Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Advanced Cataract Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with IOL
    • Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Plug Insertion
    • Punctal Plug Insertion
    • Lacrimal Punctum Closure
    • Dry Eye Plugs

    CPT Codes:

    • 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each

    Does Dr. Blom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 545-1530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blom accept in Pueblo, CO?

    Dr. Blom in Pueblo, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • First Medical Health Plan

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Blom's office located?

    Dr. Eric Blom's Primary Practice

    27 Montebello Rd

    Pueblo, CO 81001

    (719) 545-1530

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    Dr. Eric Blom's Practice 2

    3155 N Union Blvd

    Colorado Springs, CO 80907

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

    Dr. Blom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295784916.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blom?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Blom's specialty?

    Dr. Blom is a Ophthalmologist near Pueblo, CO. 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. Blom to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Eric Blom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Blom is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Commonspirit - St. Mary - Corwin 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 Eric Blom accepting new patients in Pueblo, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Blom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Blom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blom's office at (719) 545-1530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Blom?

    Please contact Dr. Blom's office at (719) 545-1530 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Blom have?

    Dr. Eric Blom is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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