22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meallet, Ophthalmologist in Burbank, CA?
Dr. Mario Meallet is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Burbank, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Meallet completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Ophthalmology; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine. Dr. Meallet is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meallet’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meallet’s office.
Where did Dr. Meallet go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Ophthalmology; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Meallet board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Mario Meallet is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Meallet speak?
Dr. Meallet and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Meallet typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Meallet 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. Meallet. 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
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
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:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, 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
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Meallet typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Meallet 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. Meallet. 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
Also known as:
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft
- Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
- Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Also known as:
- Eye Surgery Wound Repair
- Anterior segment wound revision
- Eye wound repair
- Ocular wound revision
CPT Codes:
- 66250: Revision or repair of operative wound of anterior segment, any type, early or late, major or minor procedure
Does Dr. Meallet accept my insurance?
Dr. Meallet 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. Meallet accept in Burbank, CA?
Dr. Meallet in Burbank, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Meallet's office located?
What is Dr. Meallet's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meallet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851510424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meallet?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meallet
What is Dr. Mario Meallet's specialty?
Dr. Meallet is a Ophthalmologist near Burbank, CA.
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. Mario Meallet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meallet is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical 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
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Is Mario Meallet accepting new patients in Burbank, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mario Meallet is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mario Meallet offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meallet's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mario Meallet?
Please contact Dr. Meallet's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mario Meallet have?
Dr. Mario Meallet is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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