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Dr. Dinesh Chawla, MD

Rochester, NY

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Chawla, Ophthalmologist in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Dinesh Chawla, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Chawla graduated from Lady Hardinge Medical College and completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Ophthalmology; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Ophthalmology; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chawla is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chawla’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chawla’s office at (585) 442-2020.

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

    • Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Ophthalmology; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Ophthalmology; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Maulana Azad Med Coll- Univ Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India | Lady Hardinge Medical College | Maulana Azad Medical College

    Is Dr. Chawla board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Dinesh Chawla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Chawla speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Chawla treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chawla 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. Chawla. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
    • Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetic Macular Edema
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43819: Vitreous degeneration, unspecified eye
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Preglaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Retinal Artery
    • Blocked Central Retinal Vein
    • Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Retinal Artery Occlusion
    • Eye Stroke
    • Branch Retinal Artery Blockage
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • CRVO
    • CSC
    • Central Serous Retinopathy
    • Fluid Under Retina
    • Macular Edema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H34232: Retinal artery branch occlusion, left eye
    • H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H35711: Central serous chorioretinopathy, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Other Retinal Detachments
    • Retinal Detachment
    • Various Detached Retinas
    • Unspecified Retinal Detachment
    • Atypical Retinal Detachment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H338: Other retinal detachments

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Acute Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1033: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral

    What procedures does Dr. Chawla perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chawla 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. Chawla. 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:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    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)

    Does Dr. Chawla accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chawla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 442-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chawla accept in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Chawla in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Deutsche Bank

    • Elderplan

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chawla's office located?

    Dr. Dinesh Chawla's Primary Practice

    1992 S Clinton Ave

    Rochester, NY 14618

    (585) 442-2020

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

    Dr. Chawla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336151620.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chawla?

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

    What is Dr. Dinesh Chawla's specialty?

    Dr. Chawla is a Ophthalmologist near Rochester, NY. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Chawla to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dinesh Chawla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Chawla is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Auburn Community 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 Ophthalmologist?

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    Is Dinesh Chawla accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Dinesh Chawla is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dinesh Chawla offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (585) 442-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dinesh Chawla?

    Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (585) 442-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dinesh Chawla have?

    Dr. Dinesh Chawla is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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