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Dr. Michael Koop, MD

Dr. Michael Koop, MD

Houston, TX

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Koop, Ophthalmologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Michael Koop, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Koop graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Ophthalmology; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Koop is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koop’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koop’s office.

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

    • Residency: Cook County Hosp, Ophthalmology; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | John Stroger Hospital of Cook County | Cook County Hospital | Advocate Christ Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    What languages does Dr. Koop speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Koop treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Koop 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. Koop. 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
    • Right Eye Cataract Surgery Status
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Right Eye Cataract Removal
    • Post-Cataract Surgery Right Eye
    • Right Eye Lens Replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H268: Other specified cataract
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • Z9841: Cataract extraction status, right eye
    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Allergic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis

    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:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Astigmatism
    • Refractive Errors
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Irregular Cornea
    • Blurred Vision
    • Distorted Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    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:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Does Dr. Koop accept my insurance?

    Dr. Koop accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Koop accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Koop in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Community Health Choice

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Koop's office located?

    Dr. Michael Koop's Primary Practice

    7710 Beechnut St Ste 100

    Houston, TX 77074

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Fellow

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

    Dr. Koop's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033169842.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koop?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Koop's specialty?

    Dr. Koop is a Ophthalmologist near Houston, TX. 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. Koop to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Koop affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Koop is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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 Michael Koop accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Koop is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Koop offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Koop's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Koop?

    Please contact Dr. Koop's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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