48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alpren, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Greenfield, WI?
Dr. Thomas Alpren, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Greenfield, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years. Dr. Alpren graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Ophthalmology San Francisco Gen Hosp M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Alpren is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alpren’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alpren’s office.
Where did Dr. Alpren go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Ophthalmology San Francisco Gen Hosp M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alpren speak?
Dr. Alpren and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Alpren typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Alpren 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. Alpren. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Alpren typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Alpren 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. Alpren. 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 Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Alpren accept my insurance?
Dr. Alpren 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. Alpren accept in Greenfield, WI?
Dr. Alpren in Greenfield, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Alpren's office located?
What is Dr. Alpren's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alpren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508853474.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alpren?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alpren
What is Dr. Thomas Alpren's specialty?
Dr. Alpren is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Greenfield, WI.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Thomas Alpren affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alpren is affiliated with Froedtert 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 Thomas Alpren accepting new patients in Greenfield, WI?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Alpren is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Alpren offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alpren's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Alpren?
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