Dr. John Burroughs, MD
Colorado Springs, CO
26 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Burroughs, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. John Burroughs, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Burroughs graduated from F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine and completed his residency at San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Ophthalmology; Malcolm Grow Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Burroughs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burroughs’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burroughs’s office at (719) 473-8801.
Where did Dr. Burroughs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Ophthalmology; Malcolm Grow Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine | Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda | F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine
Is Dr. Burroughs board certified as an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Burroughs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Burroughs speak?
Dr. Burroughs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Burroughs typically treat?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Burroughs 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. Burroughs. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Dermatochalasis
- Droopy Eyelid Skin
- Excess Eyelid Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02834: Dermatochalasis of left upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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
What procedures does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Burroughs typically perform?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Burroughs 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. Burroughs. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Droopy Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Lesion Removal and Repair
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Ptosis Repair
- Blepharoptosis Correction
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 67903: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, internal approach
- 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
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
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Facial Skin Flap Surgery
- Pedicle Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer (Face)
- Reconstructive Flap Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15576: Formation of direct or tubed pedicle, with or without transfer; eyelids, nose, ears, lips, or intraoral
Does Dr. Burroughs accept my insurance?
Dr. Burroughs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 473-8801 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burroughs accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Burroughs in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
First Administrators
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Burroughs' office located?
Dr. John Burroughs' Primary Practice
300 Garden of the Gods Rd Ste 100
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(719) 473-8801
What is Dr. Burroughs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burroughs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003866484.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burroughs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burroughs
What is Dr. John Burroughs's specialty?
Dr. Burroughs is a Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Colorado Springs, CO.
What does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. John Burroughs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Burroughs 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 John Burroughs accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. John Burroughs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Burroughs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burroughs's office at (719) 473-8801 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Burroughs?
Please contact Dr. Burroughs's office at (719) 473-8801 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Burroughs have?
Dr. John Burroughs is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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