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Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD

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Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)

Medical College of Wisconsin (1998)

Professional interests include: eye problems, cataracts, refractive surgery (vision correction surgery)

6221 Metropolitan Street Suite 200
Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 633-3377

Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD is an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1998 and has 28 years of experience. Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD is affiliated with Scripps Health and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.

Office Locations

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

6221 Metropolitan Street Suite 200
Carlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 633-3377

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Some issues Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD in 2023

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comprehensive eye exam

eye exam

eye tests

visual field test

In 2012, Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD had a list price for comprehensive eye exam, eye exam, eye tests, and visual field test that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA during 2012 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	247
eye procedures	608

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA during 2013 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	271
eye procedures	756

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	153
Female	273

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	344
Black	12
Hispanic	42
Asian	0
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	159
From 75 to 84	156
85 and over	81
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD in 2013

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	24
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA during 2014 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	106
eye procedures	712

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	155

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	205
Black	0
Hispanic	12
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	109
From 75 to 84	71
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD in 2014

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	22
Dementia	7
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA during 2015 were eye procedures and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	140
eye procedures	712
laser treatment	20

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	190
Female	326

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	440
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	264
From 75 to 84	138
85 and over	92
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD in 2015

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	25
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA during 2016 were eye procedures and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	107
eye procedures	790
laser treatment	15

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	104
Female	162

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	234
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	128
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD in 2016

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	20
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA during 2017 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram) and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	118
eye procedures	990
laser treatment	18
ultrasound (sonogram)	23

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	120
Female	174

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	256
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	11
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	150
From 75 to 84	86
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD in 2017

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	20
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA during 2018 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram) and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	115
eye procedures	1068
laser treatment	23
ultrasound (sonogram)	26

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	114
Female	178

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	248
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	15
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	147
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD in 2018

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	18
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA during 2019 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	12
doctor visit	128
eye procedures	1060
laser treatment	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	34

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	128
Female	182

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	255
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	20
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	151
From 75 to 84	109
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD in 2019

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	15
Dementia	9
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA during 2020 were eye procedures, laser treatment and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	144
eye procedures	860
laser treatment	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	13

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	112
Female	162

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	223
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	21
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	136
From 75 to 84	102
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD in 2020

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	15
Dementia	6
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA during 2021 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram) and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	97
eye procedures	1081
laser treatment	22
ultrasound (sonogram)	27

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	121
Female	164

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	233
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	19
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	126
From 75 to 84	114
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD in 2021

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	17
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA during 2022 were eye procedures, laser treatment, ultrasound (sonogram) and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	15
doctor visit	105
eye procedures	1104
laser treatment	47
ultrasound (sonogram)	21

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	124
Female	177

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	249
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	17
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	131
From 75 to 84	125
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD in 2022

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	20
Dementia	4
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA during 2023 were eye procedures, laser treatment, excision and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	109
excision	31
eye procedures	1406
laser treatment	50
ultrasound (sonogram)	30

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	139
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	259
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	24
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	136
From 75 to 84	131
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD in 2023

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	3
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	17
Dementia	0
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Carlsbad, CA were eye procedures, excision, ultrasound (sonogram) and laser treatment.

capsulotomy	13
doctor visit	140
excision	31
eye procedures	928
laser treatment	24
ultrasound (sonogram)	24

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	115
Female	177

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	1
Asian / Pacific Islander	10
Non-Hispanic White	245
Hispanic	4
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	15

**Age**
75 to 84	100
85 and over	14
Less than 65	4
65 to 74	136

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD From 2012 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	13
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	17
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	9
Dementia	5

Education & Training

Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1998. He completed residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has a state license in California.

Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin (1998)

Residency: Long Island Jewish Medical Center (2003)

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology (2005)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Scripps Health

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Christopher Nawn Spellman, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$234 ReSTOR $132	ORA $48	AcrySof $30	CataractEquipment $17	UltraSert $7
Alcon Vision LLC	$118 ORA $58	ReSTOR $36	LenSx $23
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$14 NON-PRODUCT $14
Allergan Inc.	$11 RESTASIS $11

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$363
Education	$14

Biography

Dr. Christopher Spellman is an ophthalmology (eye disease) specialist in Carlsbad, CA. His education and training includes medical school at Medical College of Wisconsin and residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. Clinical interests for Dr. Spellman include refractive surgery (vision correction surgery) and cataracts. He is professionally affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. Dr. Spellman welcomes new patients at his office inCarlsbad, CA as reported by Scripps Health.

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