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Dr. Cheryl Cauthen, MD

Norfolk, VA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cauthen, Ophthalmologist in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Cheryl Cauthen, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Cauthen completed her residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Dc Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cauthen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cauthen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cauthen’s office at (757) 623-2123.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cauthen?

    Dr. Cheryl Cauthen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist 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. Cauthen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Glaucoma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Norfolk/VA community, Dr. Cauthen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Cauthen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Dc Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Howard University Hospital

    • Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc

    Is Dr. Cauthen board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Cheryl Cauthen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Cauthen speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Cauthen treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Cauthen 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. Cauthen. 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:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Low-Tension Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Normal-Tension Glaucoma
    • NTG
    • Normal Pressure Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H401121: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, mild stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401123: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, severe stage
    • H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
    • H401231: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, 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:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    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:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Allergic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Fuchs' Dystrophy
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blepharitis of Left Eye
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Left Eyelid Inflammation
    • Crusty Eyelids
    • Eyelid Margin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H0100B: Unspecified blepharitis left eye, upper and lower eyelids

    Does Dr. Cauthen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cauthen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 623-2123 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cauthen accept in Norfolk, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cauthen's office located?

    Dr. Cheryl Cauthen's Primary Practice

    885 Kempsville Rd Ste 101

    Norfolk, VA 23502

    (757) 623-2123

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    Dr. Cheryl Cauthen's Practice 2

    1005 May Ave

    Norfolk, VA 23504

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

    Dr. Cauthen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770546442.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cauthen?

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

    What is Dr. Cheryl Cauthen's specialty?

    Dr. Cauthen is a Ophthalmologist near Norfolk, 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. Cauthen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cheryl Cauthen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cauthen is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, 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 Cheryl Cauthen accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Cheryl Cauthen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cheryl Cauthen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cauthen's office at (757) 623-2123 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cheryl Cauthen?

    Please contact Dr. Cauthen's office at (757) 623-2123 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Cheryl Cauthen have?

    Dr. Cheryl Cauthen is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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