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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Houser, Ophthalmologist in Tamaqua, PA?
Dr. Angela Houser, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Tamaqua, PA. She is board certified. Dr. Houser graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed her residency at Wills Eye Hosp, Ophthalmology; Reading Hosp Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Houser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houser’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houser’s office at (570) 386-5926.
Where did Dr. Houser go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wills Eye Hosp, Ophthalmology; Reading Hosp Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School Program
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Houser board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Angela Houser, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Houser speak?
Dr. Houser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Houser typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Houser 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. Houser. 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
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Houser typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Houser 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. Houser. 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
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
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)
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. Houser accept my insurance?
Dr. Houser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 386-5926 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houser accept in Tamaqua, PA?
Dr. Houser in Tamaqua, PA 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Houser's office located?
Dr. Angela Houser's Primary Practice
37 Medical Crossing Rd
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 386-5926
What hospitals are Dr. Houser affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Houser has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus,Bethlehem, PA
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus,Bethlehem, PA
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest,Allentown, PARanked General Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest,Allentown, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
St. Lukes Hospital - Carbon Campus,Lehighton, PA
St. Lukes Hospital - Carbon Campus,Lehighton, PA
St. Lukes Hospital - Miners Campus,New Ringgold, PA
St. Lukes Hospital - Miners Campus,New Ringgold, PA
What is Dr. Houser's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811979958.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houser
What is Dr. Angela Houser's specialty?
Dr. Houser is an Ophthalmologist near Tamaqua, PA.
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. Angela Houser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Houser is affiliated with St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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. Angela Houser accepting new patients in Tamaqua, PA?
Yes, Dr. Angela Houser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Angela Houser offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Houser's office at (570) 386-5926 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Angela Houser?
Please contact Dr. Houser's office at (570) 386-5926 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Houser's office located?
Dr. Houser's office is located in Tamaqua, PA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Angela Houser have?
Dr. Angela Houser is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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