Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Newsom, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Portsmouth, VA?
Dr. Roger Newsom, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Newsom completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Riverside Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Newsom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Newsom’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Newsom’s office at (757) 483-0400.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Newsom?
Dr. Roger Newsom, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon 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. Newsom empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Botox, Eyelid Surgery/Blepharoplasty, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Portsmouth/VA community, Dr. Newsom is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Newsom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Riverside Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Is Dr. Newsom board certified as an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Roger Newsom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Newsom speak?
Dr. Newsom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Newsom treat?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Newsom 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. Newsom. 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
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Dermatochalasis
- Droopy Eyelid Skin
- Excess Eyelid Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02834: Dermatochalasis of left upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
What procedures does Dr. Newsom perform?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Newsom 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. Newsom. 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:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Chalazion Removal
- Eyelid Retraction Correction
- Eyelid Repair (Extensive)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
- Eyelid retraction repair
- Lower eyelid retraction surgery
- Fix pulled back eyelid
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Reconstruction
- Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
- Eyelid Bump Removal
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
- 67911: Correction of lid retraction
- 67966: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; over one-fourth of lid margin
- 67805: Excision of chalazion; multiple, different lids
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Tear Duct Opening Procedure
- Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Conjunctival Lesion Removal
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Lacrimal Punctum Incision
- Punctal Dilation
- Blocked Tear Duct Opening
- Tear Duct Snip
- Iridotomy
- Iridectomy
- Laser Glaucoma Treatment
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Eye Growth Excision
- Conjunctiva Lesion Surgery
- Pterygium Removal
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)
- 68440: Snip incision of lacrimal punctum
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 68110: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; up to 1 cm
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:
- Eyelid Skin Biopsy
- Eyelid Biopsy
- Lid Margin Biopsy
- Eyelid Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 67810: Incisional Biopsy Of Eyelid Skin Including Lid Margin
Also known as:
- Eyelash Correction for Trichiasis
- Trichiasis Treatment
- Ingrown Eyelash Removal
- Electrosurgery for Eyelashes
CPT Codes:
- 67825: Correction of trichiasis; epilation by other than forceps (eg, by electrosurgery, cryotherapy, laser surgery)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
- Facial Lesion Excision
- Ear Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Lesion Surgery
- Lip Lesion Removal
- Facial Skin Growth Excision
- Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
- Eyelid Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11440: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
- 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
- Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
- Multiple Skin Tag Removal
- Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions
Also known as:
- Simple Wound Closure
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound Re-closure
- Superficial Wound Repair
- Dehiscence Repair
- Stitch a Wound Open
CPT Codes:
- 12020: Treatment of superficial wound dehiscence; simple closure
Also known as:
- Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Facial mole removal
- Eyelid lesion excision
- Lip lesion removal
- Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
- 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Newsom accept my insurance?
Dr. Newsom 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. Newsom accept in Portsmouth, VA?
Dr. Newsom 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. Newsom's office located?
Dr. Roger Newsom's Primary Practice
3235 Academy Ave Ste 200
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 483-0400
Dr. Roger Newsom's Practice 2
1564 Laskin Rd Ste 192
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 422-4235
What is Dr. Newsom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Newsom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134139975.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Newsom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Newsom
What is Dr. Roger Newsom's specialty?
Dr. Newsom is a Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Portsmouth, VA. A physician specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery. This subspecialty involves both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose, and treat conditions affecting the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems, and the surrounding structures of the face and neck. Contact Dr. Newsom to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Roger Newsom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Newsom is affiliated with Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General 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 Roger Newsom accepting new patients in Portsmouth, VA?
Yes, Dr. Roger Newsom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roger Newsom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Newsom's office at (757) 483-0400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roger Newsom?
Please contact Dr. Newsom's office at (757) 483-0400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Roger Newsom have?
Dr. Roger Newsom is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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