33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Holmes, Ophthalmologist in Ridgecrest, CA?
Dr. Victor Holmes, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Ridgecrest, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Holmes completed his residency at Wills Eye Hosp, Ophthalmology Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Holmes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Holmes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Holmes’s office at (760) 446-3800.
Where did Dr. Holmes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wills Eye Hosp, Ophthalmology Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
What languages does Dr. Holmes speak?
Dr. Holmes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Holmes treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Holmes 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. Holmes. 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:
- Unexplained Vision Loss
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual loss
- Undiagnosed vision problem
- Sudden vision loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H547: Unspecified visual loss
Also known as:
- Keratitis
- Punctate Keratitis
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Inflammation
- Inflamed Cornea
- Eye Surface Inflammation
- Superficial punctate keratitis
- SPK
- Corneal inflammation with dots
- Dot-like keratitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16143: Punctate keratitis, bilateral
- H16149: Punctate keratitis, unspecified eye
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H5210: Myopia, unspecified eye
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H4010X0: Unspecified open-angle glaucoma, stage unspecified
- H40009: Preglaucoma, unspecified, unspecified eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
- Conjunctival Growth
- Wing-shaped Eye Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11001: Unspecified pterygium of right eye
- H11003: Unspecified pterygium of eye, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pinguecula
- Eye Disease
- Eye Bump
- Yellow Eye Spot
- Conjunctival Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11153: Pinguecula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04129: Dry eye syndrome of unspecified lacrimal gland
Also known as:
- Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
- Wing-shaped Growth on Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11002: Unspecified pterygium of left eye
What procedures does Dr. Holmes perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Holmes 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. Holmes. 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
- Intracapsular Cataract Surgery
- IOL Implantation
- Lens Replacement Surgery
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
- 66983: Intracapsular cataract extraction with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure)
Also known as:
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Partial Corneal Transplant
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty
- Corneal Graft (Partial)
- DALK (Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty)
CPT Codes:
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 65710: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); anterior lamellar
Also known as:
- Chalazion Removal
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
Does Dr. Holmes accept my insurance?
Dr. Holmes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 446-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Holmes accept in Ridgecrest, CA?
Dr. Holmes in Ridgecrest, CA 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 Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
Correct Care Integrated Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicare
State of California
State of Colorado
State of Tennessee
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Holmes' office located?
Dr. Victor Holmes' Primary Practice
1541 N China Lake Blvd
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-3800
What is Dr. Holmes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Holmes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568466381.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Holmes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Holmes
What is Dr. Victor Holmes's specialty?
Dr. Holmes is a Ophthalmologist near Ridgecrest, CA. 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. Holmes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Victor Holmes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Holmes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mee Memorial Hospital, Natividad Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Victor Holmes accepting new patients in Ridgecrest, CA?
Yes, Dr. Victor Holmes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victor Holmes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Holmes's office at (760) 446-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victor Holmes?
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