46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Contractor, Neuro-ophthalmologist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Manijeh Contractor, MD is a Neuro-ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Contractor completed her residency at University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Contractor is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Contractor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Contractor’s office.
Where did Dr. Contractor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Texas
Residency: University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center
Medical School: Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine,Tehran, Iran
Is Dr. Contractor board certified as a Neuro-ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Manijeh Contractor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Contractor speak?
Dr. Contractor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Contractor typically treat?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Contractor 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. Contractor. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, 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
Also known as:
- Retinal Pigment Epithelium Dystrophy
- Retinal Disorder
- RPE Dystrophy
- Pigmentary Retinal Dystrophy
- Inherited RPE Disease
- Retinal Pigment Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3554: Dystrophies primarily involving the retinal pigment epithelium
What procedures does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Contractor typically perform?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Contractor 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. Contractor. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Contractor accept my insurance?
Dr. Contractor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Contractor accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Contractor in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Contractor's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Contractor affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Contractor has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Albany Medical Center,Albany, NY
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Albany Medical Center,Albany, NY
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Glens Falls Hospital,Glens Falls, NY
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Glens Falls Hospital,Glens Falls, NY
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Columbia Memorial Health,Hudson, NY
Columbia Memorial Health,Hudson, NY
Saratoga Hospital,Saratoga Springs, NY
Saratoga Hospital,Saratoga Springs, NY
Recognitions
Publications
Glaucoma Suspect
What is Dr. Contractor's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Contractor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326224528.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Contractor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Contractor
What is Dr. Manijeh Contractor's specialty?
Dr. Contractor is a Neuro-ophthalmologist near Albany, NY.
What does a Neuro-ophthalmologist do?
A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist in ophthalmology who evaluates, treats, and studies disorders related to the eye, orbit, and nervous system, particularly concerning the interactions between the visual motor and visual sensory systems and the central nervous system. These specialists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders.
Is Dr. Manijeh Contractor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Contractor is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Glens Falls 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. Manijeh Contractor accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Manijeh Contractor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Manijeh Contractor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Contractor's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Manijeh Contractor?
Please contact Dr. Contractor's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Contractor's office located?
Dr. Contractor's offices are located in Albany, NY and Troy, NY.
Which board certifications does Dr. Manijeh Contractor have?
Dr. Manijeh Contractor is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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