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Dr. Douglas Gellerman, MD

West Hills, CA

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    Who is Dr. Gellerman, Specialist in West Hills, CA?

    Dr. Douglas Gellerman, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in West Hills, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Gellerman completed his residency at Ny Med Coll-Westchester Co. Dr. Gellerman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gellerman’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gellerman’s office at (818) 883-0112.

    Where did Dr. Gellerman go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny Med Coll-Westchester Co

    Is Dr. Gellerman board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Gellerman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Gellerman speak?

    Dr. Gellerman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gellerman treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Gellerman diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Gellerman. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H524: Presbyopia
    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    What procedures does Dr. Gellerman perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Gellerman performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Gellerman. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Foreign Body Removal with Slit Lamp
    • Eye Foreign Object Removal
    • Corneal Rust Ring Removal
    • Slit Lamp Foreign Body Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 65222: Removal of foreign body, external eye; corneal, with slit lamp

    Does Dr. Gellerman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gellerman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 883-0112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gellerman accept in West Hills, CA?

    Dr. Gellerman in West Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gellerman's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Gellerman's Primary Practice

    7320 Woodlake Ave Ste 190

    West Hills, CA 91307

    (818) 883-0112

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    What is Dr. Gellerman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gellerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639181530.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gellerman?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gellerman

    What is Dr. Douglas Gellerman's specialty?

    Dr. Gellerman is a Specialist near West Hills, CA. Contact Dr. Gellerman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Douglas Gellerman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gellerman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Specialist?

    Explore Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Douglas Gellerman accepting new patients in West Hills, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Gellerman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Gellerman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gellerman's office at (818) 883-0112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Gellerman?

    Please contact Dr. Gellerman's office at (818) 883-0112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Gellerman have?

    Dr. Douglas Gellerman is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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