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(1)Who is Dr. Updegraff, Ophthalmologist in St Petersburg, FL?
Where did Dr. Updegraff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hermann University Eye Assoc, Refractive Surgery | Univ. Of Texas-houston
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Ophthalmology; La State Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology | LSU | Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans | Ochsner Medical Center | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa | Penn State | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Updegraff board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Updegraff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Updegraff speak?
Dr. Updegraff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Updegraff typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Updegraff 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. Updegraff. 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:
- Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Updegraff typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Updegraff 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. Updegraff. 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:
- 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
- Corneal Lesion Removal (Keratectomy)
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Corneal Excision
- Lamellar Keratectomy
- Partial Cornea Removal
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)
- 65400: Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium
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
Does Dr. Updegraff accept my insurance?
Dr. Updegraff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 822-4287 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Updegraff accept in St Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Updegraff in St Petersburg, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Updegraff's office located?
Dr. Stephen Updegraff's Primary Practice
1601 38th Ave N
St Petersburg, FL 33713
(727) 822-4287
Ratings & Reviews
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Overall rating
Based on 1 review
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
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Patients give Dr. Stephen Updegraff an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Updegraff has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Updegraff, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
Fellow of American Academy of Ophthalmology
What is Dr. Updegraff's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Updegraff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245232446.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Updegraff?
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