26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Flowers, Ophthalmologist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Brian Flowers, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Flowers graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Ophthalmology; Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Flowers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flowers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flowers’s office at (817) 332-2020.
Where did Dr. Flowers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Ophthalmology; Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Washington University School Of Med | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Flowers board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Flowers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Flowers speak?
Dr. Flowers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Flowers typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Flowers 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. Flowers. 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
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H268: Other specified cataract
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Flowers typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Flowers 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. Flowers. 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:
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Placement (External Approach)
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
- Aqueous shunt implantation
- Glaucoma shunt surgery
- Eye pressure drainage device
- External glaucoma drainage
CPT Codes:
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
- 66179: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; without graft
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. Flowers accept my insurance?
Dr. Flowers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 332-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Flowers accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Flowers in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Flowers' office located?
What is Dr. Flowers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Flowers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902802242.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flowers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Flowers
What is Dr. Brian Flowers's specialty?
Dr. Flowers is a Ophthalmologist near Fort Worth, TX.
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. Brian Flowers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Flowers is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Brian Flowers accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Brian Flowers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Flowers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Flowers's office at (817) 332-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Flowers?
Please contact Dr. Flowers's office at (817) 332-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Flowers have?
Dr. Brian Flowers is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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