41 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Guzek, Ophthalmologist in Kennewick, WA?
Where did Dr. Guzek go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)
Is Dr. Guzek board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. James Guzek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Guzek speak?
Dr. Guzek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Chinese
- English
- Filipino; Pilipino
- Korean
- Spanish
- Tagalog
- Thai
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Guzek typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Guzek 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. Guzek. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Surfer's Eye
- Farmer's Eye
- Wing-shaped Growth on Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11051: Peripheral pterygium, progressive, right eye
- H11052: Peripheral pterygium, progressive, left eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Guzek typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Guzek 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. Guzek. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft
- Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
- Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
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)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
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:
- Chalazion Removal
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
Does Dr. Guzek accept my insurance?
Dr. Guzek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 736-0826 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guzek accept in Kennewick, WA?
Dr. Guzek in Kennewick, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
MultiPlan Corporation
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Where is Dr. Guzek's office located?
Dr. James Guzek's Primary Practice
6695 W Rio Grande Ave
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 736-0826
What hospitals are Dr. Guzek affiliated with?
Dr. Guzek has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Guzek's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guzek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104878859.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guzek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guzek