45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Alpern, Specialist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Louis Max Alpern, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Alpern graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Ophthalmology; Hartford Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Alpern is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alpern’s office at (915) 545-2333.
Where did Dr. Alpern go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Ophthalmology; Hartford Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Alpern board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Louis Max Alpern, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Alpern speak?
Dr. Alpern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Alpern treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Alpern 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. Alpern. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Glaucoma
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Glaucomatous optic neuropathy
- Eye pressure damage
- Optic nerve damage from glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47233: Glaucomatous optic atrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
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:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
What procedures does Dr. Alpern perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Alpern 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. Alpern. 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Alpern accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Alpern's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Alpern's office located?
Dr. Louis Max Alpern's Primary Practice
4171 N Mesa St Ste D100
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 545-2333
What is Dr. Alpern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alpern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295798304.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alpern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alpern
What is Dr. Louis Max Alpern's specialty?
Dr. Alpern is a Specialist near El Paso, TX. Contact Dr. Alpern to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Louis Max Alpern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alpern is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Specialist?
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Is Louis Max Alpern accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Louis Max Alpern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louis Max Alpern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alpern's office at (915) 545-2333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Louis Max Alpern?
Please contact Dr. Alpern's office at (915) 545-2333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Louis Max Alpern have?
Dr. Louis Max Alpern is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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