Who is Dr. Weaver, Glaucoma Specialist in Mobile, AL?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Weaver?
Dr. Yaffa Weaver, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Glaucoma Specialist 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. Weaver empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Glaucoma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Mobile, AL community, Dr. Weaver is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Weaver go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Ophthalmology; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine | Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Weaver board certified as a Glaucoma Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Yaffa Weaver, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Weaver speak?
Dr. Weaver and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Weaver typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Weaver 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. Weaver. 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:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
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
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Weaver typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Weaver 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. Weaver. 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:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
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:
- 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. Weaver accept my insurance?
Dr. Weaver accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 650-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Weaver accept in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Weaver in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Harvard Pilgrim
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Weaver's office located?
Dr. Yaffa Weaver's Primary Practice
601 Providence Park Dr E
Mobile, AL 36695
(251) 650-1000
What hospitals are Dr. Weaver affiliated with?
Dr. Weaver has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Weaver's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Weaver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588637649.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weaver?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Weaver