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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Witcher, Ophthalmologist in Glasgow, KY?
Dr. Spencer Witcher, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Glasgow, KY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Witcher graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Ophthalmology Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Witcher is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Witcher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Witcher’s office at (270) 651-2181.
Where did Dr. Witcher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Ophthalmology Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Witcher speak?
Dr. Witcher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Witcher typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Witcher 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. Witcher. 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
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
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
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Witcher typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Witcher 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. Witcher. 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- 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
- Cataract surgery
- intraocular lens implantation
- phacoemulsification
- IOL implant
- 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
- 66988: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
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:
- Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
- Facial Skin Growth Excision
- Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
- Eyelid Lesion Excision
- Lip Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Does Dr. Witcher accept my insurance?
Dr. Witcher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 651-2181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Witcher accept in Glasgow, KY?
Dr. Witcher in Glasgow, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Guardian Life Insurance Company of America
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Witcher's office located?
What is Dr. Witcher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Witcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700876455.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Witcher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Witcher
What is Dr. Spencer Witcher's specialty?
Dr. Witcher is a Ophthalmologist near Glasgow, KY.
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 this Dr. Spencer Witcher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Witcher is affiliated with The Medical Center At Bowling Green, T.j. Samson Community Hospital, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital For Specialty Surgery 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 Spencer Witcher accepting new patients in Glasgow, KY?
Yes, Dr. Spencer Witcher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Spencer Witcher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Witcher's office at (270) 651-2181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Spencer Witcher?
Please contact Dr. Witcher's office at (270) 651-2181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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