28 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton, Glaucoma Specialist in Murfreesboro, TN?
Where did Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: College Of Physicians and Surgeons Of Columbia University At Harlem Hospital | Stamford Hospital/Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons Program
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch | University of Michigan Medical School
What languages does Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton speak?
Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton 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. Fitzgerald-Shelton. 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
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton 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. Fitzgerald-Shelton. 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:
- 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:
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 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:
- Drug-Eluting Implant in Tear Duct
- Lacrimal Canaliculus Implant
- Tear Duct Drug Implant
- Punctal Implant for Eye Medication
CPT Codes:
- 68841: Insertion of drug-eluting implant, including punctal dilation when performed, into lacrimal canaliculus, each
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Laser Treatment (Cyclophotocoagulation)
- Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
- Ciliary body laser
- CPC treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66710: Ciliary body destruction; cyclophotocoagulation, transscleral
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
Does Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton accept my insurance?
Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 217-3321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton accept in Murfreesboro, TN?
Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton in Murfreesboro, TN 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 Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Consumers Choice Health Insurance Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton's office located?
Dr. Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton's Primary Practice
1602 W Northfield Blvd Ste 504
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 217-3321
Dr. Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton's Practice 2
28 White Bridge Pike Ste 208
Nashville, TN 37205
Dr. Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton's Practice 3
404 N Castle Heights Ave Ste A
Lebanon, TN 37087
What hospitals are Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437136959.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzgerald-Shelton?
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