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Dr. Charles Flowers, MD

Dr. Charles Flowers, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Flowers, Ophthalmologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Charles Flowers, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Flowers completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Ophthalmology; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Flowers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flowers’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flowers’s office at (323) 442-6335.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Flowers?

    Dr. Charles Flowers, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist 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. Flowers empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Cornea Transplant, Keratoconus, LASIK-Refractive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Flowers is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Ophthalmology; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Flowers board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Flowers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Flowers speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Flowers treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Flowers 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. Flowers. 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
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Transplant
    • Organ Transplantation
    • Eye Transplant
    • Cornea Graft
    • Keratoplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z947: Corneal transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage

    Also known as:

    • Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Eye surgery aftercare
    • Ear surgery aftercare
    • Sensory organ recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Vision Problems
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Visual Disturbances
    • Subjective Vision Issues
    • Unclear Vision Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5310: Unspecified subjective visual disturbances

    Also known as:

    • Pterygium
    • Eye Disease
    • Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
    • Wing-shaped Growth on Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H11052: Peripheral pterygium, progressive, left eye
    • H11051: Peripheral pterygium, progressive, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    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:

    • Keratoconus
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Cone-shaped Cornea
    • Corneal Thinning Disorder
    • Bulging Cornea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H18623: Keratoconus, unstable, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Corneal Clouding
    • Corneal Haze
    • Corneal Leukoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H179: Unspecified corneal scar and opacity

    What procedures does Dr. Flowers perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Flowers 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. Flowers. 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 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
    • Corneal Cross-Linking
    • 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
    • CXL Procedure
    • Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking
    • Keratoconus 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)
    • 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
    • 0402T: Collagen Cross-Linking Of Cornea, Including Removal Of The Corneal Epithelium, When Performed, And Intraoperative Pachymetry, When Performed

    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:

    • Endothelial Corneal Transplant
    • Penetrating Corneal Transplant
    • Keratoplasty
    • Endothelial keratoplasty
    • Corneal graft
    • Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
    • PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
    • Cornea Replacement Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
    • 65730: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (except in aphakia or pseudophakia)

    Also known as:

    • Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye (No Stitches)
    • Ocular surface repair with amniotic membrane
    • Eye membrane graft
    • Sutureless amniotic membrane transplant

    CPT Codes:

    • 65778: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures

    Also known as:

    • Eye Surface Injection
    • Subconjunctival Shot
    • Eye Injection
    • Conjunctival Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 68200: Subconjunctival injection

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion Removal
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Meibomian Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67800: Excision of chalazion; single

    Does Dr. Flowers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Flowers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-6335 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Flowers accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Flowers in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • Weyco

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    Where is Dr. Flowers' office located?

    Dr. Charles Flowers' Primary Practice

    1700 E Cesar E Chavez Ave Ste 3400

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 442-6335

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    Dr. Charles Flowers' Practice 2

    1441 Eastlake Ave Ste 2424

    Los Angeles, CA 90089

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    Dr. Charles Flowers' Practice 3

    500 N Central Ave Ste 400

    Glendale, CA 91203

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

    Dr. Flowers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619991908.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flowers?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Flowers's specialty?

    Dr. Flowers is a Ophthalmologist near Los Angeles, CA. 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. Flowers to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Flowers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Flowers is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (Pasadena, CA) 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 Charles Flowers accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Flowers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Flowers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Flowers's office at (323) 442-6335 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Flowers?

    Please contact Dr. Flowers's office at (323) 442-6335 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Flowers have?

    Dr. Charles Flowers is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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