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Dr. Richard Bernheimer, MD

Vancouver, WA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bernheimer, Ophthalmologist in Vancouver, WA?

    Dr. Richard Bernheimer, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Bernheimer is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bernheimer’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bernheimer’s office at (360) 729-1458.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bernheimer?

    Dr. Richard Bernheimer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bernheimer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Vancouver/WA community, Dr. Bernheimer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Bernheimer speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Bernheimer treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bernheimer 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. Bernheimer. 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:

    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Low-Tension Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Normal-Tension Glaucoma
    • NTG
    • Low Pressure Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
    • H401211: Low-tension glaucoma, right eye, mild stage

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H524: Presbyopia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Double Vision
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Diplopia
    • Seeing double
    • Ghosting vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H532: Diplopia

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Alternating Walleye
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Alternating exotropia
    • Eyes take turns turning out
    • Intermittent exotropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5015: Alternating exotropia

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Lazy eye from refractive error
    • Anisometropic amblyopia
    • Refractive lazy eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral

    Does Dr. Bernheimer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bernheimer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 729-1458 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bernheimer accept in Vancouver, WA?

    Dr. Bernheimer in Vancouver, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

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    Where is Dr. Bernheimer's office located?

    Dr. Richard Bernheimer's Primary Practice

    505 NE 87th Ave

    Vancouver, WA 98664

    (360) 729-1458

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

    Dr. Bernheimer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083689681.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bernheimer?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Bernheimer's specialty?

    Dr. Bernheimer is a Ophthalmologist near Vancouver, WA. 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. Bernheimer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Bernheimer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bernheimer is affiliated with PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center 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 Richard Bernheimer accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Bernheimer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Bernheimer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bernheimer's office at (360) 729-1458 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Bernheimer?

    Please contact Dr. Bernheimer's office at (360) 729-1458 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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