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Dr. James Goodson, MD

Dr. James Goodson, MD

Florence, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Goodson, Ophthalmologist in Florence, SC?

    Dr. James Goodson, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Florence, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Goodson graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program. Dr. Goodson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Goodson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Goodson’s office at (803) 905-8020.

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

    • Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

    • Medical School: University of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond | University of South Carolina School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Goodson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Goodson treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Goodson 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. Goodson. 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
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    What procedures does Dr. Goodson perform?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Goodson 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. Goodson. 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
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • Pterygium Removal with Graft
    • Lens Material Removal (Aspiration)
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment
    • Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
    • Cataract Aspiration
    • Lens Aspiration
    • Removal of Lens Opacity

    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)
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
    • 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
    • 66840: Removal of lens material; aspiration technique, 1 or more stages

    Also known as:

    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Glaucoma Canal Dilation
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
    • Canaloplasty
    • Aqueous Outflow Dilation
    • Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
    • Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 65820: Goniotomy
    • 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 67800: Excision of chalazion; single

    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:

    • Abscess Drainage
    • Abscess
    • Incision and Drainage (I&D)
    • Boil Lancing
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Skin Abscess Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single

    Also known as:

    • Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
    • Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
    • Facial Lesion Excision
    • Ear Lesion Removal
    • Eyelid Lesion Surgery
    • Lip Lesion Removal
    • Facial Skin Growth Excision
    • Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
    • Eyelid Lesion Excision

    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
    • 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm

    Does Dr. Goodson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Goodson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 905-8020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Goodson accept in Florence, SC?

    Dr. Goodson in Florence, SC 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Goodson's office located?

    Dr. James Goodson's Primary Practice

    367 W Evans St

    Florence, SC 29501

    (803) 905-8020

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    Dr. James Goodson's Practice 2

    365 W Wesmark Blvd

    Sumter, SC 29150

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

    Dr. Goodson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689677155.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Goodson?

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

    What is Dr. James Goodson's specialty?

    Dr. Goodson is a Ophthalmologist near Florence, SC. 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. Goodson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Goodson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Goodson is affiliated with Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Lexington Medical Center 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 James Goodson accepting new patients in Florence, SC?

    Yes, Dr. James Goodson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Goodson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Goodson's office at (803) 905-8020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Goodson?

    Please contact Dr. Goodson's office at (803) 905-8020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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