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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Goins, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Kenneth Goins, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Goins graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Dr. Goins is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Goins’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Goins’s office.
Where did Dr. Goins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Is Dr. Goins board certified as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Goins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Goins speak?
Dr. Goins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Goins treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Goins 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. Goins. 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:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Cone-shaped Cornea
- Corneal Thinning Disorder
- Bulging Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18623: Keratoconus, unstable, bilateral
Also known as:
- Inflamed Cornea
- Corneal Disorder
- Keratitis
- Corneal Infection
- Eye Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H168: Other keratitis
What procedures does Dr. Goins perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Goins 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. Goins. 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
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:
- Penetrating Corneal Transplant
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
- PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
- Cornea Replacement Surgery
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65730: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (except in aphakia or pseudophakia)
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
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)
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. Goins accept my insurance?
Dr. Goins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Goins accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Goins in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Goins' office located?
What is Dr. Goins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Goins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588665640.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Goins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Goins
What is Dr. Kenneth Goins's specialty?
Dr. Goins is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Iowa City, IA. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Goins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Goins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Goins is affiliated with The University of Kansas Hospital, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics 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
Where can I learn more about Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
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Is Kenneth Goins accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Goins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Goins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Goins's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Goins?
Please contact Dr. Goins's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Goins have?
Dr. Kenneth Goins is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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