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Dr. John Edmonds, MD

Portsmouth, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Edmonds, Ophthalmologist in Portsmouth, VA?

    Dr. John Edmonds, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Edmonds is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edmonds’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edmonds’s office at (757) 483-0400.

    What languages does Dr. Edmonds speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Edmonds treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Edmonds 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. Edmonds. 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
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Cortical Age-Related Cataract
    • Posterior Subcapsular Polar Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO
    • Cortical Cataract
    • Outer Lens Clouding
    • Back Lens Capsule Cataract
    • Posterior Polar Cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
    • H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25041: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25042: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25043: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Edmonds perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Edmonds 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. Edmonds. 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
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty

    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)
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery

    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

    Does Dr. Edmonds accept my insurance?

    Dr. Edmonds accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 483-0400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Edmonds accept in Portsmouth, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Fox Insurance Company

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Edmonds' office located?

    Dr. John Edmonds' Primary Practice

    3235 Academy Ave Ste 200

    Portsmouth, VA 23703

    (757) 483-0400

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    Dr. John Edmonds' Practice 2

    805 Battlefield Blvd N Ste 111

    Chesapeake, VA 23320

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    Dr. John Edmonds' Practice 3

    1788 Republic Rd Ste 200

    Virginia Beach, VA 23454

    (757) 483-0400

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

    Dr. Edmonds's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164432993.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edmonds?

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

    What is Dr. John Edmonds's specialty?

    Dr. Edmonds is a Ophthalmologist near Portsmouth, 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. Edmonds to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Edmonds affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Edmonds is affiliated with Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Obici 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

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    Is John Edmonds accepting new patients in Portsmouth, VA?

    Yes, Dr. John Edmonds is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Edmonds offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Edmonds's office at (757) 483-0400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Edmonds?

    Please contact Dr. Edmonds's office at (757) 483-0400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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