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Karlee Bowers, OD

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Specializes in: Optometry (Primary Eye Care)
Professional interests include: eye problems
3900 Woodland Avenue Philadelphia Vamc (642)
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Karlee Bowers, OD is an optometrist in Philadelphia, PA specializing in optometry (primary eye care). Karlee Bowers, OD is affiliated with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

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Office Locations

Address:

3900 Woodland Avenue Philadelphia Vamc (642)
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Address:

713 Washington Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15228

Some issues Karlee Bowers, 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.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Karlee Bowers, OD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Karlee Bowers, OD treated as an optometrist in Philadelphia, PA were eye procedures.

eye procedures 32

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Karlee Bowers, OD.

Gender
Female 2
Male 1
Ethnicity
Black / African American
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 1
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic
Other
Age
85 and over
75 to 84
Less than 65
65 to 74 2

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Karlee Bowers, OD From 2016 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Karlee Bowers, OD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 10
High Cholesterol 12
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease 3
Depression
Chronic Kidney Disease
Asthma
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Diabetes
Atrial Fibrillation
Dementia
Cancer

Education & Training

She has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Karlee Bowers, OD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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General Payments

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

Payments by Company
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. $2,317 Acuvue
$2,317
Coopervision Inc. $404 Clariti Contact Lens
$199 		MyDay Contact Lens
$128 		Multiple Brands Contact Lens
$41 		Biofinity Contact Lens
$36
ABB Con-Cise Optical Group LLC $193 Contact Lens
$193
Shire North American Group Inc $138 XIIDRA
$138
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation $113 XIIDRA
$113
Other $409 Rocklatan
$73 		ACTHAR
$53 		EYSUVIS
$48 		ZYLET
$41 		None Specified
$37 		Other
$157
Types of Payments
Consulting Fee $1,905
Food and Beverage $1,632
Gift $37

Biography

Dr. Karlee Bowers is a specialist in optometry (primary eye care) in Pittsburgh, PA and Philadelphia, PA. She is especially interested in eye problems. Dr. Bowers is affiliated with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

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