Who is Dr. Winkle, Ophthalmologist in Anchorage, AK?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Winkle?
Dr. Richard Winkle, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist 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. Winkle empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Pediatric Ophthalmology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Anchorage, AK community, Dr. Winkle is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Winkle speak?
Dr. Winkle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- German
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Winkle typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Winkle 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. Winkle. 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:
- Inward Turning Eye
- Esotropia
- Alternating Walleye
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
Also known as:
- Other Eyelid Birth Defects
- Droopy Eyelid at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Eyelid Disorder
- Eye Disease
- Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
- Rare Eyelid Malformations
- Infant Eyelid Problems
- Congenital Blepharoptosis
- Infant Ptosis
- Newborn Droopy Eyelid
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
- Q100: Congenital ptosis
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Unequal Focus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Winkle typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Winkle 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. Winkle. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
CPT Codes:
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
Does Dr. Winkle accept my insurance?
Dr. Winkle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (907) 563-2662 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Winkle accept in Anchorage, AK?
Dr. Winkle in Anchorage, AK 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 Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Harvard Pilgrim
Medicaid
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Winkle's office located?
Dr. Richard Winkle's Primary Practice
3500 Latouche St Ste 280
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 563-2662
What hospitals are Dr. Winkle affiliated with?
Dr. Winkle has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Winkle's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Winkle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194799619.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Winkle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Winkle