Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ghaznawi, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Elmhurst, NY?
Dr. Neelofar Ghaznawi, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Ghaznawi graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine. Dr. Ghaznawi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghaznawi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghaznawi’s office at (516) 641-7691.
Where did Dr. Ghaznawi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Ghaznawi board certified in Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Neelofar Ghaznawi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Ghaznawi speak?
Dr. Ghaznawi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Ghaznawi treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Ghaznawi 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. Ghaznawi. 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:
- Paving Stone Retinal Degeneration
- Macular Pucker
- Lattice Retinal Degeneration
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Cobblestone Degeneration
- Peripheral Retinal Degeneration
- Chorioretinal Atrophy
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Lattice Degeneration
- Retinal Lattice
- Peripheral Retinal Thinning
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35433: Paving stone degeneration of retina, bilateral
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
Also known as:
- Hereditary Corneal Dystrophies
- Corneal Disorder
- Genetic Corneal Disorders
- Inherited Corneal Conditions
- Familial Eye Dystrophies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18593: Other hereditary corneal dystrophies, 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:
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1789: Other corneal scars and opacities
- H179: Unspecified corneal scar and opacity
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Tears
- Dry Eyes
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
- Ocular Dryness
- Chronic Dry Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04122: Dry eye syndrome of left lacrimal gland
- H04121: Dry eye syndrome of right lacrimal gland
Also known as:
- Corneal Ulcer
- Corneal Disorder
- Eye Ulcer
- Open Sore on Cornea
- Corneal Erosion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16041: Marginal corneal ulcer, right eye
- H16042: Marginal corneal ulcer, left eye
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Atopic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1013: Acute atopic conjunctivitis, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Ghaznawi perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Neelofar Ghaznawi may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ghaznawi's office.
Does Dr. Ghaznawi accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghaznawi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 641-7691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghaznawi accept in Elmhurst, NY?
Dr. Ghaznawi in Elmhurst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Centene
Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
MetroPlus
State of New York
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Ghaznawi's office located?
Dr. Neelofar Ghaznawi's Primary Practice
8626 Queens Blvd
Elmhurst, NY 11373
(516) 641-7691
What is Dr. Ghaznawi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghaznawi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184814048.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghaznawi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghaznawi
What is Dr. Neelofar Ghaznawi's specialty?
Dr. Ghaznawi is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Elmhurst, NY. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Ghaznawi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Neelofar Ghaznawi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ghaznawi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maimonides Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
Explore Cornea and External Diseases Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Neelofar Ghaznawi accepting new patients in Elmhurst, NY?
Yes, Dr. Neelofar Ghaznawi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Neelofar Ghaznawi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghaznawi's office at (516) 641-7691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Neelofar Ghaznawi?
Please contact Dr. Ghaznawi's office at (516) 641-7691 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Neelofar Ghaznawi have?
Dr. Neelofar Ghaznawi is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Other Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Near Elmhurst, NY
SA
Ophthalmologist
Accepting patientsDr. Sumayya Ahmad, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Astoria, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Astoria, NY
SY
Cornea and External Diseases Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Sarah Yu is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Jamaica, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Jamaica, NY
Accepting patientsDr. Sirikishan Shetty, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Fresh Meadows, NY. He is board certified.
NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens - Ophthalmology
174-15 Horace Harding Expressway
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365