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Dr. Karen Oxford, MD

San Francisco, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oxford, Ophthalmologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Karen Oxford, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Oxford graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed her residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; St Mary Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Oxford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oxford’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oxford’s office at (415) 923-3007.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Oxford?

    Dr. Karen Oxford, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Oxford empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Cornea Transplant, Intraocular Lens Replacement, Laser Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Oxford is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; St Mary Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Shands Hospital At The University Of Fl | St Mary Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Oxford board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Oxford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Oxford speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Oxford treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Oxford 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. Oxford. 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
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H25093: Other age-related incipient cataract, bilateral
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage

    Also known as:

    • Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • MGD
    • Blocked Eyelid Glands
    • Oil Gland Dysfunction of Eyelid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02883: Meibomian gland dysfunction of right eye, unspecified eyelid

    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:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Pinguecula
    • Eye Disease
    • Eye Bump
    • Yellow Eye Spot
    • Conjunctival Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H11153: Pinguecula, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
    • H43391: Other vitreous opacities, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Atopic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1013: Acute atopic conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Herpes Eye Infection
    • Herpes Simplex
    • Herpes Keratitis
    • Ocular Herpes
    • Corneal Herpes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B0052: Herpesviral keratitis

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Does Dr. Oxford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oxford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 923-3007 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oxford accept in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Oxford's office located?

    Dr. Karen Oxford's Primary Practice

    2100 Webster St Ste 214

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 923-3007

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

    Dr. Oxford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396746749.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oxford?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Oxford's specialty?

    Dr. Oxford is a Ophthalmologist near San Francisco, 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. Oxford to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karen Oxford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oxford is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

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    Is Karen Oxford accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Oxford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Oxford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oxford's office at (415) 923-3007 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Oxford?

    Please contact Dr. Oxford's office at (415) 923-3007 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Oxford have?

    Dr. Karen Oxford is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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