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C. R. Graef III, OD

(Calvin R. Graef III, O.D.)

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Specializes in: Optometry (Primary Eye Care)

Southern California College of Optometry (1997)

Professional interests include: cataracts, diabetic eye exam, dry eyes, and more.

12605 E 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045

(720) 848-5079

C. R. Graef III, OD is an optometrist in Aurora, CO specializing in optometry (primary eye care). He graduated from Southern California College of Optometry in 1997 and has 27 years of experience. C. R. Graef III, OD is affiliated with UCHealth, UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED and UCHealth Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center - Anschutz Medical Campus.

Office Locations

Address:

12605 E 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045

Address:

1675 Aurora Court
Aurora, CO 80045

Address:

9552 Park Meadows Drive Suite 100
Lone Tree, CO 80124

Some issues C. R. Graef III, OD 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.

LASIK

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).

LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.

Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.

LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).

An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.

LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.

LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.

doctor visit	60
eye procedures	181

**Gender**
Male	104
Female	157

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	173
Black	34
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	121
From 75 to 84	75
85 and over	22
Less than 65	43

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	39
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

doctor visit	313
eye procedures	532

**Gender**
Male	536
Female	844

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	914
Black	174
Hispanic	150
Asian	110
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	656
From 75 to 84	390
85 and over	142
Less than 65	192

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	39
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

doctor visit	410
eye procedures	489

**Gender**
Male	284
Female	420

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	430
Black	120
Hispanic	77
Asian	49
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	345
From 75 to 84	199
85 and over	53
Less than 65	107

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	43
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

doctor visit	969
eye procedures	176
ultrasound (sonogram)	13

**Gender**
Male	337
Female	487

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	526
Black	113
Hispanic	85
Asian	61
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	370
From 75 to 84	269
85 and over	69
Less than 65	116

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	42
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

doctor visit	944
eye procedures	170
ultrasound (sonogram)	14

**Gender**
Male	335
Female	501

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	542
Black	126
Hispanic	83
Asian	58
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	365
From 75 to 84	267
85 and over	69
Less than 65	135

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	44
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

doctor visit	859
eye procedures	147
ultrasound (sonogram)	14

**Gender**
Male	308
Female	428

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	467
Black	98
Hispanic	72
Asian	62
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	338
From 75 to 84	226
85 and over	69
Less than 65	103

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	45
Dementia	10
Cancer	14

doctor visit	705
eye procedures	131

**Gender**
Male	240
Female	389

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	413
Black	74
Hispanic	68
Asian	35
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	296
From 75 to 84	187
85 and over	67
Less than 65	79

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	46
Dementia	11
Cancer	11

doctor visit	1752
eye procedures	374

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2014 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by C. R. Graef III, OD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that C. R. Graef III, OD treated as an optometrist in Aurora, CO were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

doctor visit	753
eye procedures	277
ultrasound (sonogram)	13

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2014 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by C. R. Graef III, OD.

**Gender**
Male	214
Female	322

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	73
Asian / Pacific Islander	37
Non-Hispanic White	346
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	56
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	161
85 and over	49
Less than 65	77
65 to 74	249

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by C. R. Graef III, OD From 2014 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that C. R. Graef III, OD treated were hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	29
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	29
Atrial Fibrillation	5
Cancer	7
Dementia	6

Education & Training

C. R. Graef III, OD graduated from Southern California College of Optometry in 1997. He completed residency at American Lake VA Hospital program. He has a state license in California.

Medical School: Southern California College of Optometry (1997)

Residency: American Lake VA Hospital program (1998)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

C. R. Graef III, OD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCHealth

UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED

UCHealth Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center - Anschutz Medical Campus

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by C. R. Graef III, OD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC	$229 VYZULTA $229
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$151 Cataract Equipment $66	CataractEquipment $31	$54
Shire North American Group Inc	$150 $150
Bausch and Lomb Inc.	$148 TRULIGN TORIC $118	BESIVANCE $12	ZYLET $12	LOTEMAX GEL $7
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.	$122 TYRVAYA $122
Other	$354 CEQUA $118	CRYSTALENS $98	TRULIGN TORIC $23	RESTASIS $16	Non-Covered $16	Other $83

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,006
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$150

Biography

Dr. C. Graef specializes in optometry (primary eye care) and practices in Aurora, CO and Lone Tree, CO. Clinical interests for Dr. Graef include vision problems, diabetic eye exam, and LASIK. Dr. Graef is professionally affiliated with UCHealth. He speaks Spanish.

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