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Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD

(2 Ratings)

Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (1985)

Professional interests include: laser treatment, LASIK, refractive surgery (vision correction surgery)

200 Stein Plaza Rm 1-340
Los Angeles, CA 90095

(310) 825-8441

Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD is an ophthalmologist in Los Angeles, CA specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). He graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1985 and has 39 years of experience. Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD is affiliated with UCLA Health, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and JULES STEIN EYE INSTITUTE MEDICAL GROUP.

Office Locations

Address:

200 Stein Plaza Rm 1-340
Los Angeles, CA 90095

Some issues Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD can help you with:

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.

In The News

“The review showed "expected findings," said Kevin M. Miller, a professor of clinical ophthalmology at the University of California at Los Angeles who was not involved in the study.”—"Blue-light glasses may not reduce eyestrain from screens, study says", Washington Post, August 2023

“"Fruits and vegetables in particular are high in antioxidants, which counter the effects of naturally occurring molecules called free radicals, which are thought to damage cells and contribute to...”—"Veggies and fruits combat cataracts", Sarasota Herald-Tribune, August 2011

capsulotomy	142
eye procedures	1080
laser treatment	141

**Gender**
Male	229
Female	357

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	480
Black	23
Hispanic	17
Asian	48
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	209
From 75 to 84	244
85 and over	116
Less than 65	17

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	23
Dementia	7
Cancer	16

capsulotomy	164
eye procedures	1022
laser treatment	178

**Gender**
Male	250
Female	297

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	440
Black	19
Hispanic	17
Asian	56
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	202
From 75 to 84	194
85 and over	139
Less than 65	12

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	24
Dementia	7
Cancer	16

capsulotomy	97
diagnostic imaging	13
eye procedures	1099
laser treatment	113
ultrasound (sonogram)	11

**Gender**
Male	530
Female	674

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	956
Black	50
Hispanic	52
Asian	112
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	452
From 75 to 84	506
85 and over	204
Less than 65	42

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	24
Dementia	6
Cancer	14

capsulotomy	156
diagnostic imaging	16
eye procedures	1368
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	11
laser treatment	155
ultrasound (sonogram)	14

**Gender**
Male	270
Female	382

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	518
Black	22
Hispanic	24
Asian	68
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	276
From 75 to 84	255
85 and over	103
Less than 65	18

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	23
Dementia	7
Cancer	14

capsulotomy	168
diagnostic imaging	14
doctor visit	17
eye procedures	1293
laser treatment	167
ultrasound (sonogram)	25

**Gender**
Male	247
Female	364

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	481
Black	23
Hispanic	0
Asian	64
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	247
From 75 to 84	254
85 and over	92
Less than 65	18

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	20
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

capsulotomy	122
doctor visit	9
eye procedures	939
laser treatment	121
ultrasound (sonogram)	8

**Gender**
Male	206
Female	280

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	366
Black	15
Hispanic	22
Asian	56
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	202
From 75 to 84	201
85 and over	67
Less than 65	16

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	22
Dementia	8
Cancer	14

capsulotomy	136
doctor visit	6
eye procedures	1046
laser treatment	135
ultrasound (sonogram)	13

**Gender**
Male	239
Female	314

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	413
Black	19
Hispanic	31
Asian	60
Other	30
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	238
From 75 to 84	222
85 and over	76
Less than 65	17

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	26
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

capsulotomy	78
doctor visit	323
eye procedures	828
laser treatment	77
ultrasound (sonogram)	21

**Gender**
Male	242
Female	308

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	394
Black	25
Hispanic	30
Asian	76
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	248
From 75 to 84	217
85 and over	67
Less than 65	18

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	27
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

capsulotomy	209
diagnostic imaging	41
doctor visit	874
eye procedures	1594
laser treatment	208
ultrasound (sonogram)	100

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Los Angeles, CA were eye procedures, laser treatment, capsulotomy and ultrasound (sonogram).

capsulotomy	141
diagnostic imaging	21
doctor visit	248
eye procedures	1147
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	11
laser treatment	144
ultrasound (sonogram)	29

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD.

**Gender**
Male	221
Female	297

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	19
Asian / Pacific Islander	54
Non-Hispanic White	404
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	19
Other	15

**Age**
75 to 84	209
85 and over	86
Less than 65	15
65 to 74	207

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD From 2013 - 2021

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

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	12
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	18
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	11
Dementia	5

Education & Training

Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1985. He has a state license in California.

Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (1985)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCLA Health

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

JULES STEIN EYE INSTITUTE MEDICAL GROUP

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 2 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Los Angeles, CA.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$28,607 CataractEquipment $2,633	Contact Lenses $2,500	Cataract Equipment $712	AcrySof $157	NoProduct $113	Other $22,492
Alcon Research LLC	$26,834 Centurion $5,950	Clareon Autonome IOL Injector $2,450	Luxor $700	Constellation $59	$17,675
Alcon Research Ltd	$25,307 Centurion $4,623	AcrySof $2,800	Cataract Equipment $40	$17,845
Alcon Vision LLC	$11,836 Centurion $4,303	NGENUITY $1,471	ARGOS $749	LenSx $137	AcrySof IQ PanOptix $76	Other $5,099
LENSAR, Inc.	$8,464 LENSAR LASER SYSTEM $8,464
Other	$8,600 Healon Viscoelastics $6,841	VisuMax $222	Tecnis Multifocal family of 1-piece IOLs $206	Tecnis Simplicity $169	TISSUEBLUE $166	Other $996

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$82,819
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$11,455
Food and Beverage	$5,520
Education	$5,000
Travel and Lodging	$4,843
Other	$10

Research Payments

Dr. Kevin Michael Miller, MD has received 16 research payments totaling $39,174.

Biography

Dr. Kevin Miller, who practices in Los Angeles, CA, is a medical specialist in ophthalmology (eye disease). Areas of particular interest for Dr. Miller include LASIK. He is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Miller is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

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