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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kalavar, Ophthalmologist in Arcadia, CA?
Dr. Meghana Kalavar, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Arcadia, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kalavar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalavar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalavar’s office at (614) 293-9789.
What languages does Dr. Kalavar speak?
Dr. Kalavar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Kalavar typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kalavar 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. Kalavar. 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:
- Serous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment with Break
- Retinal Detachment
- Fluid Retinal Detachment
- Exudative Retinal Detachment
- Non-Rhegmatogenous Detachment
- Detached Retina with Tear
- Retinal Tear with Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Separation with Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
- H3322: Serous retinal detachment, left eye
- H33001: Unspecified retinal detachment with retinal break, right eye
- H33002: Unspecified retinal detachment with retinal break, left eye
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Kalavar typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kalavar 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. Kalavar. 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:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Does Dr. Kalavar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalavar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 293-9789 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kalavar accept in Arcadia, CA?
Dr. Kalavar in Arcadia, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kalavar's office located?
Dr. Meghana Kalavar's Primary Practice
622 W Duarte Rd Ste 101
Arcadia, CA 91007
(614) 293-9789
What is Dr. Kalavar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalavar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417536236.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalavar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalavar
What is Dr. Meghana Kalavar's specialty?
Dr. Kalavar is a Ophthalmologist near Arcadia, 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. Meghana Kalavar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kalavar is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Los Robles Regional Medical Center 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 Meghana Kalavar accepting new patients in Arcadia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Meghana Kalavar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meghana Kalavar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalavar's office at (614) 293-9789 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meghana Kalavar?
Please contact Dr. Kalavar's office at (614) 293-9789 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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