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Dr. Richard Golden, MD

Dr. Richard Golden, MD

Columbus, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Golden, Ophthalmologist in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Richard Golden, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH. He is board certified. Dr. Golden graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; Phoenix Area Med Edu Consor, Transitional Year. Dr. Golden is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Golden’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Golden’s office at (614) 224-6222.

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

    • Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; Phoenix Area Med Edu Consor, Transitional Year | University of Missouri-Columbia Program

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Golden board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Golden, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Golden speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Golden 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. Golden. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Outward Hidden Eye Turn
    • Hidden Inward Eye Turn
    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • Latent Outward Squint
    • Exophoria
    • Eye Muscle Imbalance
    • Esophoria
    • Latent esotropia
    • Hidden crossed eyes
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia
    • Intermittent alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
    • Occasional alternating inward eye turn

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H5052: Exophoria
    • H5051: Esophoria
    • H5005: Alternating esotropia
    • H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia

    Also known as:

    • Lazy Eye
    • Amblyopia
    • Deprivation Amblyopia
    • Vision Loss from Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53013: Deprivation amblyopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Deprivation Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia
    • Lazy eye from deprivation
    • Vision loss from disuse
    • Form deprivation amblyopia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53012: Deprivation amblyopia, left eye

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Golden 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. Golden. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
    • Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
    • Complex Strabismus Surgery
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment
    • Strabismus Correction Surgery
    • Crossed Eyes Surgery
    • Wall Eyes Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Surgery
    • Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
    • Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
    • Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
    • 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
    • 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
    • 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
    • Probing of Tear Duct
    • Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
    • Tear Duct Stent Insertion
    • Blocked Tear Duct Repair
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
    • Nasolacrimal duct probing
    • Tear duct irrigation
    • Blocked tear duct treatment
    • Lacrimal duct probing

    CPT Codes:

    • 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
    • 68810: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation;

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion Removal (Under General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Chalazion Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67808: Excision of chalazion; under general anesthesia and/or requiring hospitalization, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Golden accept my insurance?

    Dr. Golden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 224-6222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Golden accept in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Golden in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • State of Ohio

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Golden's office located?

    Dr. Richard Golden's Primary Practice

    555 S 18th St Ste 4C

    Columbus, OH 43205

    (614) 224-6222

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

    Dr. Golden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437159571.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Golden?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Golden's specialty?

    Dr. Golden is a Ophthalmologist near Columbus, OH.

    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. Richard Golden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Golden is affiliated with Ohiohealth Marion General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Richard Golden accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Golden is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Golden offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Golden's office at (614) 224-6222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Golden?

    Please contact Dr. Golden's office at (614) 224-6222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Golden have?

    Dr. Richard Golden is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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