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Dr. Robert Hutchins, MD

Dr. Robert Hutchins, MD

Ophthalmologist

Cincinnati, OH

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hutchins, Ophthalmologist in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Robert Hutchins, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Hutchins graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Ophthalmology; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hutchins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hutchins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hutchins’s office.

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

    • Residency: Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Ophthalmology; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine | Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hutchins board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Hutchins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Hutchins speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Hutchins typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hutchins 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. Hutchins. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Hutchins typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hutchins 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. Hutchins. 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:

    • Eye Injection
    • Injection into Eye Capsule
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection
    • Tenon's Capsule Injection
    • Periocular Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
    • 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule

    Also known as:

    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina

    CPT Codes:

    • 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique

    Also known as:

    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
    • Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
    • Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
    • Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Hutchins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hutchins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hutchins accept in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Hutchins in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Indiana

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hutchins' office located?

    Dr. Robert Hutchins' Primary Practice

    3130 Highland Ave

    Cincinnati, OH 45219

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    Dr. Robert Hutchins' Practice 2

    1945 Cei Dr

    Blue Ash, OH 45242

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    Dr. Robert Hutchins' Practice 3

    275 Bielby Rd

    Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

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

    Dr. Hutchins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144263476.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hutchins?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Hutchins's specialty?

    Dr. Hutchins is an Ophthalmologist near Cincinnati, OH.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Robert Hutchins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hutchins is affiliated with Uc Medical Center, Margaret Mary Health - Main Campus, Good Samaritan Hospital - Cincinnati which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Robert Hutchins accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Hutchins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Hutchins offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Hutchins?

    Please contact Dr. Hutchins' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hutchins' office located?

    Dr. Hutchins' offices are located in Cincinnati, OH, Blue Ash, OH, and Lawrenceburg, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Hutchins have?

    Dr. Robert Hutchins is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.