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Who is Dr. Chopra, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Nitin Chopra is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chopra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chopra’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chopra’s office at (916) 734-6602.
What languages does Dr. Chopra speak?
Dr. Chopra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chopra treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Chopra 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. Chopra. 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:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does Dr. Chopra perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Chopra 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. Chopra. 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:
- 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- 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:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
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
Does Dr. Chopra accept my insurance?
Dr. Chopra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-6602 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chopra accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Chopra in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Department of Defense / Tricare
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Gila River Health Care Corporation
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Colorado
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chopra's office located?
Dr. Nitin Chopra's Primary Practice
2770 N Union Blvd Ste 240
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
(916) 734-6602
What is Dr. Chopra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chopra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376006007.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chopra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chopra
What is Dr. Nitin Chopra's specialty?
Dr. Chopra is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Colorado Springs, CO. 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. Chopra to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nitin Chopra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chopra is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uchealth Memorial Hospital Central. 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
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Is Nitin Chopra accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. Nitin Chopra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nitin Chopra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chopra's office at (916) 734-6602 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nitin Chopra?
Please contact Dr. Chopra's office at (916) 734-6602 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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