21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Weikert, Ophthalmologist in Houston, TX?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Weikert?
Dr. Mitchell Weikert, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Weikert empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Corneal Disease & Surgery, Intraocular Lens Replacement, Laser Refractive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston, TX community, Dr. Weikert is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Weikert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Univ Utah HSC/Moran Eye Ctr, Cornea/External Disease | Univ Utah School of Med, Refractive Surgery | Cataract & Refractive Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Cataract & Refractive Surgery | Cornea and Refractive Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine - John A. Moran Eye Center, Salt Lake City, UT
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Baylor College Of Medicine
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Weikert board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Mitchell Weikert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Weikert speak?
Dr. Weikert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Weikert typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Weikert 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. Weikert. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Weikert typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Weikert 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. Weikert. 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:
- 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:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Exchange
- IOL Exchange
- Cataract Lens Replacement (Secondary)
- Replacement of Eye Implant
CPT Codes:
- 66986: Exchange of intraocular lens
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. Weikert accept my insurance?
Dr. Weikert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 798-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Weikert accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Weikert in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Weikert's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Weikert affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Weikert has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Fellow of American Academy of Ophthalmology
What is Dr. Weikert's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Weikert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932198397.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weikert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Weikert