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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Owens, Ophthalmologist in Montgomery, AL?
Dr. Stephen Owens, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Montgomery, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Owens graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Al Hosp, Ophthalmology; Baptist Hlth System Inc, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Owens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Owens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Owens’s office at (334) 260-8511.
Where did Dr. Owens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Al Hosp, Ophthalmology; Baptist Hlth System Inc, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Baptist Health System Program
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Owens board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Owens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Owens speak?
Dr. Owens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Owens typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Owens 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. Owens. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Owens typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Owens 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. Owens. 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 Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure 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)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
- 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
- Aqueous Shunt Placement
- Glaucoma Implant Surgery
- Eye Pressure Drainage Device
CPT Codes:
- 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
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. Owens accept my insurance?
Dr. Owens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 260-8511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Owens accept in Montgomery, AL?
Dr. Owens in Montgomery, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Owens' office located?
Dr. Stephen Owens' Primary Practice
262 Mitylene Park Dr
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 260-8511
What is Dr. Owens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Owens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104834423.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Owens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Owens
What is Dr. Stephen Owens's specialty?
Dr. Owens is a Ophthalmologist near Montgomery, AL.
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. Stephen Owens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Owens is affiliated with Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Uab Hospital 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 Stephen Owens accepting new patients in Montgomery, AL?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Owens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Owens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Owens's office at (334) 260-8511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Owens?
Please contact Dr. Owens's office at (334) 260-8511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Owens have?
Dr. Stephen Owens is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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