40 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Blodi, Ophthalmologist in Des Moines, IA?
Where did Dr. Blodi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Ophthalmology; Tucson Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Bascom Palmer Eye Institute | Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
Is Dr. Blodi board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Blodi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Blodi speak?
Dr. Blodi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- German
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Blodi typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Blodi 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. Blodi. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Cataract
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Blodi typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Blodi 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. Blodi. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Does Dr. Blodi accept my insurance?
Dr. Blodi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 559-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blodi accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Blodi in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Iowa
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Blodi's office located?
Broadlawns Med Center East Clinic
2508 E University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317
(402) 559-2020
What hospitals are Dr. Blodi affiliated with?
Dr. Blodi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Blodi's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blodi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689642290.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blodi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blodi