Dr. Samantha Prabakaran, MD
Raleigh, NC
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prabakaran, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Samantha Prabakaran, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC. Dr. Prabakaran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prabakaran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prabakaran’s office at (919) 861-4494.
What languages does Dr. Prabakaran speak?
Dr. Prabakaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Prabakaran typically treat?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Prabakaran 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. Prabakaran. 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:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Visual Discomfort
- Localized Blind Spot
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Eye strain
- Eye fatigue
- Uncomfortable vision
- Localized Visual Field Loss
- Specific Blind Spot
- Patchy Vision Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53143: Visual discomfort, bilateral
- H53453: Other localized visual field defect, bilateral
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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Prabakaran typically perform?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Prabakaran 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. Prabakaran. 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:
- 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. Prabakaran accept my insurance?
Dr. Prabakaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 861-4494 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prabakaran accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Prabakaran in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
EyeMed
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of North Carolina
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Where is Dr. Prabakaran's office located?
Dr. Samantha Prabakaran's Primary Practice
7901 Acc Blvd Ste 200
Raleigh, NC 27617
(919) 861-4494
What is Dr. Prabakaran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prabakaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164047122.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prabakaran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prabakaran
What is Dr. Samantha Prabakaran's specialty?
Dr. Prabakaran is a Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Raleigh, NC.
What does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?
A physician specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery. This subspecialty involves both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose, and treat conditions affecting the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems, and the surrounding structures of the face and neck.
Is this Dr. Samantha Prabakaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prabakaran is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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 Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samantha Prabakaran accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Samantha Prabakaran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samantha Prabakaran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prabakaran's office at (919) 861-4494 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samantha Prabakaran?
Please contact Dr. Prabakaran's office at (919) 861-4494 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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