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Dr. Nima Moainie, MD

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Moainie, Ophthalmologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Nima Moainie, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Moainie is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Moainie’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Moainie’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Moainie speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Moainie typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Moainie 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. Moainie. 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 here.

    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
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Miscellaneous Optic Nerve Conditions
    • Unspecified Optic Nerve Problems
    • Optic Nerve Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H47093: Other disorders of optic nerve, not elsewhere classified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    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:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Moainie typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Moainie 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. Moainie. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion Removal
    • Multiple Eyelid Chalazion Removal
    • Eyelid Lesion Removal
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Meibomian Cyst Removal
    • Chalazion Excision
    • Eyelid Cyst Removal
    • Eyelid growth removal
    • Eyelid bump excision
    • Eyelid skin lesion surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
    • 67801: Excision of chalazion; multiple, same lid
    • 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure

    Does Dr. Moainie accept my insurance?

    Dr. Moainie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Moainie accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Moainie in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Guardian Life Insurance Company of America

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Moainie's office located?

    Dr. Nima Moainie's Primary Practice

    4301 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 125

    Washington, DC 20008

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    Dr. Nima Moainie's Practice 2

    110 Irving St NW # 1A19

    Washington, DC 20010

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    Dr. Nima Moainie's Practice 3

    11300 Rockville Pike Ste 1202

    Rockville, MD 20852

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

    Dr. Moainie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740456920.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Moainie?

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

    What is Dr. Nima Moainie's specialty?

    Dr. Moainie is a Ophthalmologist near Washington, DC.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Nima Moainie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Moainie is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Ophthalmologist. 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 Nima Moainie accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Nima Moainie is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nima Moainie offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Moainie's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nima Moainie?

    Please contact Dr. Moainie's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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