Dr. Robert Wiggins, MD
Asheville, NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wiggins, Ophthalmologist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Robert Wiggins, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wiggins is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiggins’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiggins’s office at (828) 258-1586.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wiggins?
Dr. Robert Wiggins, 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. Wiggins empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neuro-Ophthalmology, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Asheville, NC community, Dr. Wiggins is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Wiggins speak?
Dr. Wiggins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Wiggins typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Wiggins 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. Wiggins. 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:
- Farsightedness
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H524: Presbyopia
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Optic Disc Disorder
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic nerve head anomaly
- Optic disc problem
- Disorder of the optic nerve head
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47393: Other disorders of optic disc, bilateral
Also known as:
- Visual Field Defects
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Blind spots in vision
- Peripheral vision loss
- Vision field problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5340: Unspecified visual field defects
Also known as:
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- G245: Blepharospasm
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Wiggins typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Wiggins 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. Wiggins. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Wiggins accept my insurance?
Dr. Wiggins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 258-1586 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wiggins accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Wiggins in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Wiggins' office located?
Dr. Robert Wiggins' Primary Practice
8 Medical Park Dr
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 258-1586
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 275 reviews
Office Experience
98% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
68% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
95% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Robert Wiggins an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Wiggins has been rated and reviewed by 275 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Wiggins, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Wiggins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wiggins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740261155.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiggins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wiggins
What is Dr. Robert Wiggins's specialty?
Dr. Wiggins is a Ophthalmologist near Asheville, NC.
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. Robert Wiggins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wiggins is affiliated with Mission 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 Robert Wiggins accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Robert Wiggins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Wiggins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wiggins's office at (828) 258-1586 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Wiggins?
Please contact Dr. Wiggins's office at (828) 258-1586 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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