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Who is Dr. Carter, Ophthalmologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Bruce Carter, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Carter graduated from University of Virginia Medical School. Dr. Carter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carter’s office at (434) 295-5193.
Where did Dr. Carter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Virginia Medical School
What languages does Dr. Carter speak?
Dr. Carter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Carter treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Carter 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. Carter. 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:
- Farsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Nearsightedness
- Unequal Vision
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Anisometropia
- Different Eye Prescriptions
- Vision Disparity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H5231: Anisometropia
Also known as:
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Esotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Walleye
- Alternating Walleye
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
- Retinal disease in premature babies
- Premature baby eye condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
- H35133: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 2, bilateral
- H35123: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 1, bilateral
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Amblyopia
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
- H53041: Amblyopia suspect, right eye
- H53042: Amblyopia suspect, left eye
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Blocked Tear Duct at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Tears
- Congenital Lacrimal Duct Obstruction
- Narrow Tear Duct in Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q105: Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
Also known as:
- Strabismic Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Lazy eye from crossed eyes
- Squint amblyopia
- Amblyopia from eye turn
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53031: Strabismic amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Other Eyelid Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Eyelid Disorder
- Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
- Rare Eyelid Malformations
- Infant Eyelid Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
Which procedures does Dr. Carter perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Bruce Carter may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carter's office.
Does Dr. Carter accept my insurance?
Dr. Carter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 295-5193 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carter accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Carter in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centra Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carter's office located?
Dr. Bruce Carter's Primary Practice
1300 Jefferson Park Ave Fl 4
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 295-5193
What is Dr. Carter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477555399.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carter
What is Dr. Bruce Carter's specialty?
Dr. Carter is a Ophthalmologist near Charlottesville, VA. 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. Carter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bruce Carter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carter is affiliated with Uva University 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
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Is Bruce Carter accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Carter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Carter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (434) 295-5193 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Carter?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (434) 295-5193 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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