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Dr. Sonya Dhar, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dhar, Glaucoma Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Sonya Dhar, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Dhar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dhar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dhar’s office at (212) 353-2500.

    Is Dr. Dhar board certified as a Glaucoma Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sonya Dhar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Dhar speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Dhar typically treat?

    As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Dhar 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. Dhar. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage

    What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Dhar typically perform?

    As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Dhar 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. Dhar. 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:

    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)

    Does Dr. Dhar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dhar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 353-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dhar accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elderplan

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dhar's office located?

    Dr. Sonya Dhar's Primary Practice

    25 5th Ave Apt 1A

    New York, NY 10003

    (212) 353-2500

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    10th

    33 W 42nd St # 10

    New York, NY 10036

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    Dr. Sonya Dhar's Practice 3

    1530 Bedford Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11216

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    What hospitals are Dr. Dhar affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Dhar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Coney Island Hospital,Brooklyn, NY
    Brooklyn Va Medical Center,Brooklyn, NY
    Jamaica Hospital Medical Center,Jamaica, NY

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

    Dr. Dhar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922274869.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dhar?

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

    What is Dr. Sonya Dhar's specialty?

    What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?

    An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions.

    Is Dr. Sonya Dhar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dhar is affiliated with Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Flushing Hospital Medical Center 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

    When to see a Glaucoma Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Glaucoma Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Sonya Dhar accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Sonya Dhar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sonya Dhar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dhar's office at (212) 353-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sonya Dhar?

    Please contact Dr. Dhar's office at (212) 353-2500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dhar's office located?

    Dr. Dhar's offices are located in New York, NY and Brooklyn, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sonya Dhar have?

    Dr. Sonya Dhar is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.