Summary

Dr. Carl Tubbs is an ophthalmologist with 38 years of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-restoring procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Virginia Mason Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Tubbs speaks English and brings nearly four decades of expertise to his practice.

Dr. Tubbs practices at ICON Eyecare in Grand Junction, Colorado, and maintains an affiliation with AdventHealth Porter. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, along with retinal imaging to diagnose eye conditions. Patients rate Dr. Tubbs 4.9 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.9
  • 38 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Virginia Mason Hospital And Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

ICON Eyecare

1000 Wellington AveGrand Junction, CO 81501

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
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38 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Grand Junction , COGrand Junction , COGrand Junction , COGrand Junction , CO
Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: Edward Via Virginia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Albany Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Carl Brian Tubbs

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Friday Health Plans
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • Rocky Mountain Health Plans
  • SelectHealth
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UCare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Carl Brian Tubbs has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Carl Brian Tubbs has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Virginia Mason Hospital And Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Washington School Of Medicine in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Tubbs' NPI number is 1033114335.

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