Who is Dr. Fox, Ophthalmologist in Spencer, IA?
Where did Dr. Fox go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Fox board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Fox, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Fox speak?
Dr. Fox and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Fox typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Fox 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. Fox. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H268: Other specified cataract
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Fox typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Fox 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. Fox. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
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)
Also known as:
- Injection into Eye Capsule
- Tenon's Capsule Injection
- Periocular Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
Does Dr. Fox accept my insurance?
Dr. Fox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 262-2379 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fox accept in Spencer, IA?
Dr. Fox in Spencer, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Fox's office located?
Dr. Stephen Fox's Primary Practice
2004 Highway Blvd Ste A
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-2379
What hospitals are Dr. Fox affiliated with?
Dr. Fox has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Fox's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548221328.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fox?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fox