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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Ophthalmologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Kamran Ahmed, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (314) 454-6026.
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ahmed treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- Monocular Exotropia
- Monocular Esotropia
- Crossed Eyes
- Inward Turning Eye
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Intermittent Walleye
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Eye Movement Disorder
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
- One Eye Turned In
- Monocular Convergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Esotropia
- Esotropia
- Convergent strabismus
- Inward turning eye
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Intermittent exotropia
- Occasional outward eye turn
- Eyes turn out sometimes
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H50111: Monocular exotropia, right eye
- H50012: Monocular esotropia, left eye
- H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H50331: Intermittent monocular exotropia, right eye
- H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H50332: Intermittent monocular exotropia, left eye
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Amblyopia
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
- Retinal disease in premature babies
- Premature baby eye condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
- H35133: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 2, bilateral
- H35123: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 1, bilateral
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Glaucoma at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Glaucoma
- Early-onset glaucoma
- Infant Glaucoma
- Primary Congenital Glaucoma
- Early-Onset Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q150: Congenital glaucoma
Also known as:
- Severe nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Pathologic myopia
- High myopia
- Progressive nearsightedness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4423: Degenerative myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
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
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Ahmed perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Strabismus Surgery (Repeat)
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Squint Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Repeat Strabismus Repair
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67331: Strabismus surgery on patient with previous eye surgery or injury that did not involve the extraocular muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Injection into Eye Capsule
- Tenon's Capsule Injection
- Periocular Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule
Also known as:
- Drug-Eluting Implant in Tear Duct
- Lacrimal Canaliculus Implant
- Tear Duct Drug Implant
- Punctal Implant for Eye Medication
CPT Codes:
- 68841: Insertion of drug-eluting implant, including punctal dilation when performed, into lacrimal canaliculus, each
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Secondary Intraocular Lens Implant
- IOL implant (secondary)
- Replacement eye lens surgery
- Artificial lens insertion (secondary)
CPT Codes:
- 66985: Insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (secondary implant), not associated with concurrent cataract removal
Also known as:
- Partial Vitreous Removal (Eye Surgery)
- Anterior Vitrectomy
- Open Sky Vitrectomy
- Eye Gel Removal
- Vitreous Humor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67010: Removal of vitreous, anterior approach (open sky technique or limbal incision); subtotal removal with mechanical vitrectomy
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. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 454-6026 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Ahmed in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Cash
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Choice
IASIS Healthcare
Mercy Care Plan
Texas Digestive Disease Consultants
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144684671.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Kamran Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Ophthalmologist near Phoenix, AZ. 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. Ahmed to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kamran Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Valleywise Health Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird 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
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Is Kamran Ahmed accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Kamran Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kamran Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (314) 454-6026 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kamran Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (314) 454-6026 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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