
49 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Culbertson, Ophthalmologist in Miami, FL?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Culbertson?
Dr. William Culbertson, 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. Culbertson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, LASIK-Refractive Surgery, Telemedicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Miami, FL community, Dr. Culbertson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Culbertson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute | University of California Medical School
Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Culbertson board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. William Culbertson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Culbertson speak?
Dr. Culbertson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- French
- Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Culbertson typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Culbertson 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. Culbertson. 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
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
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
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Conical cornea
- KC
- Corneal thinning disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18603: Keratoconus, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Culbertson typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Culbertson 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. Culbertson. 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:
- 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. Culbertson accept my insurance?
Dr. Culbertson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Culbertson accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Culbertson in Miami, FL 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
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Culbertson's office located?

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
900 Northwest 17th Street, Floor 4
Miami, FL 33136
(305) 243-2020
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at Ocean Reef Medical Center
50 Barracuda Lane
Key Largo, FL 33037

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at Lennar Medical Center
5555 Ponce De Leon Boulevard - Floor 3
Coral Gables, FL 33146
What hospitals are Dr. Culbertson affiliated with?
Dr. Culbertson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Culbertson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Culbertson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437126778.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Culbertson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Culbertson