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Dr. Randalk Hughes, MD

Ophthalmologist

Fort Wayne, IN

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hughes, Ophthalmologist in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Randalk Hughes, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Hughes graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Clarian Methodist Hosp Of Indi, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Hughes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hughes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hughes’s office at (260) 459-8444.

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

    • Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Clarian Methodist Hosp Of Indi, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hughes board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Randalk Hughes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Hughes speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
    • H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage

    Also known as:

    • Vitreous Membranes and Strands
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Bands
    • Eye Floaters
    • Vitreous Fibers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43312: Vitreous membranes and strands, left eye
    • H43311: Vitreous membranes and strands, right eye

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Laser Vitreous Surgery
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Vitreolysis
    • laser eye surgery
    • vitreous strand removal
    • YAG laser vitreolysis
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment

    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)
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 67031: Severing of vitreous strands, vitreous face adhesions, sheets, membranes or opacities, laser surgery (1 or more stages)
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)

    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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 65820: Goniotomy

    Does Dr. Hughes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hughes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 459-8444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hughes accept in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Hughes in Fort Wayne, IN 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

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Truman Medical Centers

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?

    Dr. Randalk Hughes' Primary Practice

    7747 W Jefferson Blvd # A

    Fort Wayne, IN 46804

    (260) 459-8444

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

    Dr. Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982690566.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hughes?

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

    What is Dr. Randalk Hughes's specialty?

    Dr. Hughes is an Ophthalmologist near Fort Wayne, IN.

    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 Dr. Randalk Hughes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hughes is affiliated with Parkview Regional Medical Center, Lutheran Hospital - Indiana, Marion Health, Dupont Hospital 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 Dr. Randalk Hughes accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Randalk Hughes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Randalk Hughes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hughes' office at (260) 459-8444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Randalk Hughes?

    Please contact Dr. Hughes' office at (260) 459-8444 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?

    Dr. Hughes' office is located in Fort Wayne, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Randalk Hughes have?

    Dr. Randalk Hughes is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.