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Dr. Stephen Anthony Daugherty, MD

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Specializes in: Pediatric Ophthalmology

University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (1991)

Professional interests include: eye problems, retinopathy of prematurity, strabismus, and more.

10520 Park Road
Charlotte, NC 28210

(704) 341-3220

Dr. Stephen Anthony Daugherty, MD is a pediatric ophthalmologist in Charlotte, NC specializing in pediatric ophthalmology. He graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 1991 and has 33 years of experience. Dr. Stephen Anthony Daugherty, MD is affiliated with Horizon Eye Care and HORIZON EYE CARE PA.

Office Locations

Address:

10520 Park Road
Charlotte, NC 28210

Address:

11835 Southmore Drive
Charlotte, NC 28277

Address:

135 S Sharon Amity Road
Charlotte, NC 28211

Some issues Dr. Stephen Anthony Daugherty, 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.

doctor visit	66
eye procedures	15

**Gender**
Male	27
Female	23

**Age**
From 65 to 74	23
From 75 to 84	14
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	32
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	36
eye procedures	15

**Gender**
Male	24
Female	22

**Age**
From 65 to 74	16
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	14

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	51
eye procedures	18

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	48

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	30
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	56
eye procedures	14

**Gender**
Male	24
Female	30

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	43
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	20
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	15

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	47
eye procedures	20

**Gender**
Male	25
Female	31

**Age**
From 65 to 74	28
From 75 to 84	11
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	48
eye procedures	21

**Gender**
Male	21
Female	30

**Age**
From 65 to 74	23
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	16

Hypertension	37
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	53
eye procedures	22

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	46
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	32
From 75 to 84	11
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	49
eye procedures	17

**Gender**
Male	19
Female	34

**Age**
From 65 to 74	26
From 75 to 84	11
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	127
eye procedures	41

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Anthony Daugherty, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Stephen Anthony Daugherty, MD treated as a pediatric ophthalmologist in Charlotte, NC were eye procedures.

doctor visit	59
eye procedures	20

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Anthony Daugherty, MD.

**Gender**
Male	22
Female	25

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	8
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	7
85 and over	0
Less than 65	4
65 to 74	21

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Anthony Daugherty, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen Anthony Daugherty, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	38
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	10
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	1
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	7
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	0
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Stephen Anthony Daugherty, MD graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 1991. He has a state license in North Carolina.

Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (1991)

Licensed In: North Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Stephen Anthony Daugherty, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Horizon Eye Care

HORIZON EYE CARE PA

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
US Retina LLC	$701 $701
Horizon Therapeutics plc	$108 TEPEZZA $108
Coopervision Inc.	$24 CVI Contact Lens $24

**Types of Payments**
Current or prospective ownership or investment interest	$701
Food and Beverage	$108
Education	$24

Ownership and Interest Payments

This table describes ownership payments received by Dr. Stephen Anthony Daugherty, MD.

US Retina LLC	2023	$4,630.46	Physician Covered Recipient	Membership Interest
US Retina LLC	2017	$2,272.73	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares
US Retina LLC	2019	$2,272.73	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares
US Retina LLC	2018	$2,272.73	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares
US Retina LLC	2016	$2,272.73	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares
US Retina LLC	2015	$2,272.73	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares
US Retina LLC	2022	$1,923.08	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares
US Retina LLC	2020	$1,923.08	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares

Biography

Dr. Stephen Daugherty's specialty is pediatric ophthalmology. He is especially interested in diplopia (double vision), strabismus, and retinopathy of prematurity. Dr. Daugherty's hospital/clinic affiliations include Novant Health and Horizon Eye Care. He studied medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.