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Dr. William Gealy, MD

Ophthalmologist

Templeton, CA

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gealy, Ophthalmologist in Templeton, CA?

    Dr. William Gealy, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Templeton, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 43 years. Dr. Gealy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gealy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gealy’s office at (805) 434-5790.

    What languages does Dr. Gealy speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Gealy typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Gealy 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. Gealy. 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
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage

    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

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Gealy typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Gealy 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. Gealy. 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:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    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
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty

    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

    Does Dr. Gealy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gealy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 434-5790 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gealy accept in Templeton, CA?

    Dr. Gealy in Templeton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gealy's office located?

    Dr. William Gealy's Primary Practice

    234 Heather Ct Ste 102

    Templeton, CA 93465

    (805) 434-5790

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    Dr. William Gealy's Practice 2

    689 Tank Farm Rd Ste 100

    San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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    What hospitals are Dr. Gealy affiliated with?

    Dr. Gealy has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Dignity Health - French Hospital Medical Center,San Luis Obispo, CA

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

    Dr. Gealy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013922467.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gealy?

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

    What is Dr. William Gealy's specialty?

    Dr. Gealy is an Ophthalmologist near Templeton, CA.

    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 Dr. William Gealy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Gealy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dignity Health - French Hospital 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 Dr. William Gealy accepting new patients in Templeton, CA?

    Yes, Dr. William Gealy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Gealy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gealy's office at (805) 434-5790 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Gealy?

    Please contact Dr. Gealy's office at (805) 434-5790 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gealy's office located?

    Dr. Gealy's offices are located in Templeton, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA.