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Dr. Vaitheeswaran Ganesa Lalgudi, MD
Buffalo, NY
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lalgudi, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Vaitheeswaran Ganesa Lalgudi, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lalgudi is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lalgudi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lalgudi’s office at (716) 881-7900.
What languages does Dr. Lalgudi speak?
Dr. Lalgudi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Kannada
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Lalgudi typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Lalgudi 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. Lalgudi. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy
- Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy
- Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Ulcer
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
- Eye Ulcer
- Open Sore on Cornea
- Corneal Erosion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
- H16001: Unspecified corneal ulcer, right eye
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Lalgudi typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Lalgudi 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. Lalgudi. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Corneal Lesion Removal (Keratectomy)
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Corneal Excision
- Lamellar Keratectomy
- Partial Cornea Removal
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)
- 65400: Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium
Also known as:
- Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye (No Stitches)
- Ocular surface repair with amniotic membrane
- Eye membrane graft
- Sutureless amniotic membrane transplant
CPT Codes:
- 65778: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures
Does Dr. Lalgudi accept my insurance?
Dr. Lalgudi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 881-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lalgudi accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Lalgudi in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independent Health Association
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lalgudi's office located?
Dr. Vaitheeswaran Ganesa Lalgudi's Primary Practice
1176 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 881-7900
Dr. Vaitheeswaran Ganesa Lalgudi's Practice 2
3580 Sheridan Dr Ste 150
Amherst, NY 14226
What is Dr. Lalgudi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lalgudi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093424715.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lalgudi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lalgudi
What is Dr. Vaitheeswaran Ganesa Lalgudi's specialty?
Dr. Lalgudi is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Buffalo, NY.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods.
Is this Dr. Vaitheeswaran Ganesa Lalgudi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lalgudi is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Olean General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
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Is Vaitheeswaran Ganesa Lalgudi accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
No, Dr. Vaitheeswaran Ganesa Lalgudi is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vaitheeswaran Ganesa Lalgudi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lalgudi's office at (716) 881-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vaitheeswaran Ganesa Lalgudi?
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