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Dr. Daniel Thuente, MD

Traverse City, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thuente, Ophthalmologist in Traverse City, MI?

    Dr. Daniel Thuente, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Traverse City, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thuente graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Indiana University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Thuente is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thuente’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thuente’s office at (231) 947-6246.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Thuente?

    Dr. Daniel Thuente, 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. Thuente empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Traverse City/MI community, Dr. Thuente is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Indiana University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Thuente speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Thuente treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Thuente 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. Thuente. 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:

    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Outward Hidden Eye Turn
    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Hidden Inward Eye Turn
    • Vertical Strabismus
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
    • Accommodative Squint
    • Esotropia
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • Intermittent alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
    • Occasional alternating inward eye turn
    • Latent Outward Squint
    • Exophoria
    • Eye Muscle Imbalance
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia
    • Esophoria
    • Latent esotropia
    • Hidden crossed eyes
    • Vertical Eye Misalignment
    • Hypertropia
    • Hypotropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
    • H5052: Exophoria
    • H5005: Alternating esotropia
    • H5051: Esophoria
    • H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Farsightedness
    • Nearsightedness
    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Astigmatism
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close
    • Irregular Cornea
    • Blurred Vision
    • Distorted Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H524: Presbyopia
    • H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Lazy eye from refractive error
    • Anisometropic amblyopia
    • Refractive lazy eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Lazy Eye
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Vision Loss from Unequal Focus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral

    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:

    • Retinopathy of Prematurity
    • Premature Babies
    • Retinal Disorder
    • ROP
    • Premature Retinopathy
    • Retinal Disease in Premature Babies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Double Vision
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Diplopia
    • Seeing double
    • Ghosting vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H532: Diplopia

    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

    Does Dr. Thuente accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thuente accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (231) 947-6246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thuente accept in Traverse City, MI?

    Dr. Thuente in Traverse City, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • McLaren Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thuente's office located?

    Dr. Daniel Thuente's Primary Practice

    929 Business Park Dr

    Traverse City, MI 49686

    (231) 947-6246

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    Dr. Daniel Thuente's Practice 2

    2061 M 119

    Petoskey, MI 49770

    (231) 487-2020

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    Dr. Daniel Thuente's Practice 3

    511 Ashmun St

    Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783

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

    Dr. Thuente's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720072069.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thuente?

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

    What is Dr. Daniel Thuente's specialty?

    Dr. Thuente is a Ophthalmologist near Traverse City, MI. 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. Thuente to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Daniel Thuente affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thuente is affiliated with Munson Medical Center 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 Daniel Thuente accepting new patients in Traverse City, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Thuente is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Daniel Thuente offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thuente's office at (231) 947-6246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Daniel Thuente?

    Please contact Dr. Thuente's office at (231) 947-6246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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