Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Harris, Retina Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. April Harris, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Harris graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Ophthalmology; La State Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; Mayo Cli Jacksonville, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Harris is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harris’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harris’s office at (520) 886-2597.
Where did Dr. Harris go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Ophthalmology; La State Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; Mayo Cli Jacksonville, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans | University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Harris board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. April Harris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Harris speak?
Dr. Harris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Harris treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Harris 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. Harris. 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:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
- H43392: Other vitreous opacities, left eye
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye
- H43391: Other vitreous opacities, right eye
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Nonexudative AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353122: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Long-Term Insulin Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic insulin therapy
- Ongoing insulin treatment
- Insulin for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin
Also known as:
- Long-term Oral Diabetes Medication Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic oral hypoglycemic therapy
- Taking diabetes pills long-term
- Oral antidiabetic drugs
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7984: Long term (current) use of oral hypoglycemic drugs
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
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:
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
Which procedures does Dr. Harris perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. April Harris may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Harris' office.
Does Dr. Harris accept my insurance?
Dr. Harris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 886-2597 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harris accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Harris in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
Scan Health Plan
Spectrum / Priority Health
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Where is Dr. Harris' office located?
Dr. April Harris' Primary Practice
6130 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 230
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 886-2597
What is Dr. Harris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316940422.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harris
What is Dr. April Harris's specialty?
Dr. Harris is a Retina Specialist near Tucson, AZ. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Harris to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. April Harris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Harris is affiliated with Carondelet St. Joseph's 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is April Harris accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. April Harris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. April Harris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Harris's office at (520) 886-2597 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with April Harris?
Please contact Dr. Harris's office at (520) 886-2597 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. April Harris have?
Dr. April Harris is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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