47 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Allarakhia, Ophthalmologist in Bradenton, FL?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Allarakhia?
Dr. Liaquat Allarakhia, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Allarakhia empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bradenton, FL community, Dr. Allarakhia is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Allarakhia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Ophthalmology; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Mn Affil Hosps, Ophthalmology | Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program
Medical School: University Of Zambia- Sch Of Med- Lusaka- Zambia | University of Zambia, Sch of Medicine
Is Dr. Allarakhia board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Liaquat Allarakhia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Allarakhia speak?
Dr. Allarakhia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Gujarati
- Urdu
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Allarakhia typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Allarakhia 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. Allarakhia. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Allarakhia typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Allarakhia 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. Allarakhia. 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:
- 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:
- Drug-Eluting Implant in Tear Duct
- Lacrimal Canaliculus Implant
- Tear Duct Drug Implant
- Punctal Implant for Eye Medication
CPT Codes:
- 68841: Insertion of drug-eluting implant, including punctal dilation when performed, into lacrimal canaliculus, each
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
Does Dr. Allarakhia accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Allarakhia's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Allarakhia's office located?
Dr. Liaquat Allarakhia's Primary Practice
4812 26th St W
Bradenton, FL 34207
(941) 727-3937
What hospitals are Dr. Allarakhia affiliated with?
Dr. Allarakhia has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Allarakhia's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Allarakhia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063471282.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Allarakhia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Allarakhia