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Dr. Monica Khitri, MD

Pasadena, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Khitri, Ophthalmologist in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Monica Khitri, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Khitri is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khitri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khitri’s office at (626) 817-4747.

    Is Dr. Khitri board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Monica Khitri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Khitri speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Khitri 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. Khitri. 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:

    • Intermittent Eye Turn
    • Esotropia
    • Outward Hidden Eye Turn
    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Intermittent heterotropia
    • Occasional eye deviation
    • Intermittent squint
    • Crossed Eyes
    • Convergent Strabismus
    • Latent Outward Squint
    • Exophoria
    • Eye Muscle Imbalance
    • Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
    • Accommodative Squint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
    • H5000: Unspecified esotropia
    • H5052: Exophoria
    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia

    Also known as:

    • Double Vision
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Diplopia
    • Seeing double
    • Ghosting vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H532: Diplopia

    Also known as:

    • Astigmatism
    • Refractive Errors
    • Blurred Vision
    • Distorted Vision
    • Eye Curvature Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Severe nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Pathologic myopia
    • High myopia
    • Progressive nearsightedness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H4423: Degenerative myopia, bilateral

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Khitri 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. Khitri. 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:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
    • Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
    • Complex Strabismus Surgery
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment
    • Strabismus Correction Surgery
    • Crossed Eyes Surgery
    • Wall Eyes Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Surgery
    • Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
    • Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
    • Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery

    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)
    • 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
    • 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Adjustable Suture Placement for Eye Muscle Surgery
    • Strabismus Surgery with Adjustable Sutures
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Squint Correction Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67335: Placement of adjustable suture(s) during strabismus surgery, including postoperative adjustment(s) of suture(s) (List separately in addition to code for specific strabismus surgery)

    Does Dr. Khitri accept my insurance?

    Dr. Khitri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 817-4747 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Khitri accept in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Khitri in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Khitri's office located?

    Dr. Monica Khitri's Primary Practice

    150 N Orange Grove Blvd

    Pasadena, CA 91103

    (626) 817-4747

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    Dr. Monica Khitri's Practice 2

    100 Stein Plz

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Monica Khitri's Practice 3

    625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 240

    Pasadena, CA 91105

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

    Dr. Khitri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558526525.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khitri?

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

    What is Dr. Monica Khitri's specialty?

    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. Monica Khitri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Khitri is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier 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. Monica Khitri accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Monica Khitri is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Monica Khitri offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Khitri's office at (626) 817-4747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Monica Khitri?

    Please contact Dr. Khitri's office at (626) 817-4747 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Khitri's office located?

    Dr. Khitri's offices are located in Pasadena, CA and Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Monica Khitri have?

    Dr. Monica Khitri is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.