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Dr. Paul Craven, MD

North Olmsted, OH

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Craven, Ophthalmologist in North Olmsted, OH?

    Dr. Paul Craven, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in North Olmsted, OH. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Craven graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Riverside Methodist Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Craven is fluent in English, Amharic, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Craven’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Craven’s office at (440) 734-4090.

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

    • Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Riverside Methodist Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Ohio State University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Craven board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Craven, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Craven speak?

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

    • Amharic

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Craven treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Craven 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. Craven. 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:

    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
    • H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
    • H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Farsightedness
    • Astigmatism
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia
    • Irregular Cornea
    • Blurred Vision
    • Distorted Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
    • H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, 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

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Dry Eye Disease
    • Chronic Dry Eye
    • Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    What procedures does Dr. Craven perform?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Craven 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. Craven. 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:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Craven accept my insurance?

    Dr. Craven accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (440) 734-4090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Craven accept in North Olmsted, OH?

    Dr. Craven in North Olmsted, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Craven's office located?

    Dr. Paul Craven's Primary Practice

    4859 Dover Center Rd Ste 7

    North Olmsted, OH 44070

    (440) 734-4090

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

    Dr. Craven's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326014291.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Craven?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Craven's specialty?

    Dr. Craven is a Ophthalmologist near North Olmsted, OH. 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. Craven to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Craven affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Craven is affiliated with Fairview Hospital 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 Paul Craven accepting new patients in North Olmsted, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Craven is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Craven offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Craven's office at (440) 734-4090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Craven?

    Please contact Dr. Craven's office at (440) 734-4090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Craven have?

    Dr. Paul Craven is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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