Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laquis, Ophthalmologist in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Stephen Laquis, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Laquis graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Ophthalmology; Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Laquis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laquis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laquis’s office at (239) 947-4042.
Where did Dr. Laquis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Ophthalmology; Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine | Greenwich Hospital Association Program
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College
Is Dr. Laquis board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Laquis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Laquis speak?
Dr. Laquis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Laquis typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Laquis 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. Laquis. 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:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Droopy Eyelid
- Eyelid Turning Outward
- Eyelid Disorder
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
- Everted Eyelid
- Eyelid Eversion
- Senile Ectropion
- Spastic Ectropion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02421: Myogenic ptosis of right eyelid
- H02132: Senile ectropion of right lower eyelid
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Laquis typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Laquis 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. Laquis. 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:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Eyelid Repair (Extensive)
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Reconstruction
- Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 67966: 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; over one-fourth of lid margin
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Facial Lesion Excision
- Ear Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Lesion Surgery
- Lip Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11440: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
Does Dr. Laquis accept my insurance?
Dr. Laquis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 947-4042 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laquis accept in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Laquis in Fort Myers, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Key Benefit Administrators
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Laquis' office located?
Dr. Stephen Laquis' Primary Practice
7331 College Pkwy Ste 200
Fort Myers, FL 33907
(239) 947-4042
What is Dr. Laquis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laquis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588608624.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laquis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laquis
What is Dr. Stephen Laquis's specialty?
Dr. Laquis is a Ophthalmologist near Fort Myers, FL.
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 this Dr. Stephen Laquis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laquis is affiliated with Nch Baker Hospital 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 Stephen Laquis accepting new patients in Fort Myers, FL?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Laquis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Laquis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laquis's office at (239) 947-4042 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Laquis?
Please contact Dr. Laquis's office at (239) 947-4042 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Laquis have?
Dr. Stephen Laquis is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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