Dr. Charlotte Akor, MD
Corpus Christi, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akor, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Charlotte Akor, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Akor completed her residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Ophthalmology; Charleston Area Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akor is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akor’s office.
Where did Dr. Akor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Ophthalmology; Charleston Area Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Akor board certified as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charlotte Akor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Akor speak?
Dr. Akor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Akor typically treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Akor 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. Akor. 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:
- Alternating Walleye
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Monocular Esotropia
- Crossed Eyes
- Monocular Exotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- One Eye Turned In
- Monocular Convergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Esotropia
- Esotropia
- Convergent strabismus
- Inward turning eye
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H50012: Monocular esotropia, left eye
- H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye
- H50111: Monocular exotropia, right eye
- H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Deprivation Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53013: Deprivation amblyopia, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Akor typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Akor 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. Akor. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
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
Does Dr. Akor accept my insurance?
Dr. Akor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akor accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Akor in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akor's office located?
What is Dr. Akor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457314387.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akor
What is Dr. Charlotte Akor's specialty?
Dr. Akor is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Corpus Christi, TX.
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Charlotte Akor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akor is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Charlotte Akor accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Charlotte Akor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charlotte Akor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akor's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charlotte Akor?
Please contact Dr. Akor's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charlotte Akor have?
Dr. Charlotte Akor is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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4707 Everhart Rd Ste 108
Corpus Christi, TX 78411