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Dr. Christopher Haupert, MD

West Des Moines, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Haupert, Retina Specialist in West Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Christopher Haupert, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Haupert graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; St Vincent Hosp Hlthcare Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Haupert is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Haupert’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Haupert’s office at (515) 222-6400.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Haupert?

    Dr. Christopher Haupert, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist 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. Haupert empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Macular Degeneration, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Vascular Occlusive Diseases, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Des Moines/IA community, Dr. Haupert is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; St Vincent Hosp Hlthcare Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Emory University Hospital | St Vincent Hospital and Health Care Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Haupert board certified in Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Haupert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Haupert speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Haupert treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Haupert 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. Haupert. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Hole
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
    • Macular Cyst
    • Foveal Hole
    • Retinal Hole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage
    • H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Blocked Central Retinal Vein
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • CRVO

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • 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

    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
    • E113213: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
    • Retinal Detachment
    • Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
    • Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
    • Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H33022: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, left eye
    • H33021: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Insulin Use
    • Diabetes Medicines
    • Chronic insulin therapy
    • Ongoing insulin treatment
    • Insulin for diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Does Dr. Haupert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Haupert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 222-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Haupert accept in West Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Haupert in West Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Group Administrators Ltd

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Haupert's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Haupert's Primary Practice

    1501 50th St

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

    (515) 222-6400

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    Iowa Retina Consultants

    3121 4th St SW

    Mason City, IA 50401

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    Iowa Retina Consultants - Carroll

    405 S Clark St Ste 220

    Carroll, IA 51401

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

    Dr. Haupert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780652800.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Haupert?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Haupert's specialty?

    Dr. Haupert is a Retina Specialist near West Des Moines, IA. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Haupert to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Haupert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Haupert is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist 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

    Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?

    Explore Retina Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Christopher Haupert accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Haupert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Haupert offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Haupert's office at (515) 222-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Haupert?

    Please contact Dr. Haupert's office at (515) 222-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Haupert have?

    Dr. Christopher Haupert is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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