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Dr. Dawnielle Kerner, MD

Dr. Dawnielle Kerner, MD

Virginia Beach, VA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kerner, Ophthalmologist in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Dr. Dawnielle Kerner, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Kerner completed her residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kerner is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kerner’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kerner’s office at (757) 440-1144.

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

    • Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine | Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center Albert Einstein College Med | Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center

    Is Dr. Kerner board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Dawnielle Kerner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Kerner speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kerner treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kerner 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. Kerner. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Low-Tension Glaucoma
    • Preglaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Normal-Tension Glaucoma
    • NTG
    • Normal Pressure Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
    • H401231: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Right Eye Cataract Surgery Status
    • Left Eye Cataract Surgery Status
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Right Eye Cataract Removal
    • Post-Cataract Surgery Right Eye
    • Right Eye Lens Replacement
    • Left Eye Cataract Removal
    • Post-Cataract Surgery Left Eye
    • Left Eye Lens Replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • Z9841: Cataract extraction status, right eye
    • Z9842: Cataract extraction status, left eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Eye surgery aftercare
    • Ear surgery aftercare
    • Sensory organ recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs

    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

    Does Dr. Kerner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kerner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 440-1144 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kerner accept in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Dr. Kerner in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kerner's office located?

    Dr. Dawnielle Kerner's Primary Practice

    4421 Virginia Beach Blvd

    Virginia Beach, VA 23462

    (757) 440-1144

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    Dr. Dawnielle Kerner's Practice 2

    600 Gresham Dr Ste 2

    Norfolk, VA 23507

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    Dr. Dawnielle Kerner's Practice 3

    160 Kingsley Ln Ste 300

    Norfolk, VA 23505

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

    Dr. Kerner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881653616.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerner?

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

    What is Dr. Dawnielle Kerner's specialty?

    Dr. Kerner is a Ophthalmologist near Virginia Beach, VA. 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. Kerner to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dawnielle Kerner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kerner is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Ophthalmologist?

    Explore Ophthalmologist 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 Dawnielle Kerner accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Dawnielle Kerner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dawnielle Kerner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kerner's office at (757) 440-1144 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dawnielle Kerner?

    Please contact Dr. Kerner's office at (757) 440-1144 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dawnielle Kerner have?

    Dr. Dawnielle Kerner is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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