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Dr. Nishanth Uli, MD

Ophthalmologist

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Uli, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Nishanth Uli, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Uli is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uli’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uli’s office at (614) 293-3989.

    What languages does Dr. Uli speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Uli 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. Uli. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Eye surgery aftercare
    • Ear surgery aftercare
    • Sensory organ recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Uli 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. Uli. 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:

    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
    • Aqueous Shunt Surgery
    • Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
    • Eye Pressure Shunt

    CPT Codes:

    • 65820: Goniotomy
    • 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft

    Also known as:

    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Trabeculectomy
    • Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
    • Eye Pressure Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery

    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

    Does Dr. Uli accept my insurance?

    Dr. Uli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 293-3989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Uli accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Uli in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Uli's office located?

    Dr. Nishanth Uli's Primary Practice

    800 Washington St

    Boston, MA 02111

    (614) 293-3989

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    Dr. Nishanth Uli's Practice 2

    195 West St Fl 1

    Waltham, MA 02451

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

    Dr. Uli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114555273.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uli?

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

    What is Dr. Nishanth Uli's specialty?

    Dr. Uli is an Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA.

    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 Dr. Nishanth Uli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Uli is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Memorial 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 Dr. Nishanth Uli accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Nishanth Uli is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nishanth Uli offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Uli's office at (614) 293-3989 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nishanth Uli?

    Please contact Dr. Uli's office at (614) 293-3989 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Uli's office located?

    Dr. Uli's offices are located in Boston, MA and Waltham, MA.