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Dr. Laurence Nelson, MD

Layton, UT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Ophthalmologist in Layton, UT?

    Dr. Laurence Nelson, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Layton, UT. He is board certified. Dr. Nelson graduated from Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Scott & White Mem Hosp, Ophthalmology; Scott & White Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (801) 773-4840.

    Where did Dr. Nelson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Scott & White Mem Hosp, Ophthalmology; Scott & White Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Tx A & M Univ Coll Of Med- College Station Tx | Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nelson board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Laurence Nelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?

    Dr. Nelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Nelson treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Nelson 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. Nelson. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
    • Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetic Macular Edema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113299: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, unspecified eye
    • E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Macular Drusen
    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Retinal Drusen
    • Yellow Spots on Retina
    • Age-Related Macular Drusen
    • Drusen in Eye
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Nonexudative AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral
    • H353220: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, stage unspecified
    • H353210: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, stage unspecified
    • H353130: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, stage unspecified
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348312: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, stable
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Droopy eyelids
    • Excess eyelid skin
    • Dermatochalasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Blepharoconjunctivitis
    • Pink Eye
    • Eyelid and Eye Inflammation
    • Lid-Conjunctiva Inflammation
    • Blepharitis and Conjunctivitis
    • Eyelid and Eye Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H10503: Unspecified blepharoconjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    What procedures does Dr. Nelson perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Nelson 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. Nelson. 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.

    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:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
    • IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent

    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)
    • 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

    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:

    • Upper Eyelid Lift
    • Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Upper Blepharoplasty
    • Eyelid Surgery
    • Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
    • Droopy Eyelid Surgery
    • Upper Eyelid Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 15822: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid;
    • 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid

    Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 773-4840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Layton, UT?

    Dr. Nelson in Layton, UT 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

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Laurence Nelson's Primary Practice

    2121 N 1700 W Ste B

    Layton, UT 84041

    (801) 773-4840

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    What is Dr. Nelson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730165697.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelson

    What is Dr. Laurence Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is a Ophthalmologist near Layton, UT. 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. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laurence Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with CommonSpirit - Holy Cross Hospital - Davis 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 Laurence Nelson accepting new patients in Layton, UT?

    Yes, Dr. Laurence Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laurence Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (801) 773-4840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laurence Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (801) 773-4840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laurence Nelson have?

    Dr. Laurence Nelson is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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