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Dr. Dara Koozekanani, MD, PHD

Dr. Dara Koozekanani, MD, PHD

Saint Louis Park, MN

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Koozekanani, Ophthalmologist in Saint Louis Park, MN?

    Dr. Dara Koozekanani, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis Park, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Koozekanani completed his residency at University Of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics. Dr. Koozekanani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koozekanani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koozekanani’s office at (612) 625-9600.

    Where did Dr. Koozekanani go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics

    What languages does Dr. Koozekanani speak?

    Dr. Koozekanani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Koozekanani typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Koozekanani 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. Koozekanani. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Cystoid Macular Edema
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • CME
    • Macular swelling
    • Fluid in the macula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    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:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Koozekanani typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Koozekanani 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. Koozekanani. 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 here.

    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:

    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Removal of Eye Implant (Back of Eye)
    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Intraocular Implant Removal
    • Posterior Segment Implant Extraction
    • Eye Device Removal Surgery
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • 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
    • 67121: Removal of implanted material, posterior segment; intraocular
    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
    • Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
    • Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
    • Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens

    Does Dr. Koozekanani accept my insurance?

    Dr. Koozekanani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 625-9600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Koozekanani accept in Saint Louis Park, MN?

    Dr. Koozekanani in Saint Louis Park, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • HealthPartners

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • PrimeWest Health

    • State of Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Koozekanani's office located?

    Dr. Dara Koozekanani's Primary Practice

    3800 Park Nicollet Blvd Stop 61N1I

    Saint Louis Park, MN 55416

    (612) 625-9600

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    Mmc 493

    516 Delaware St SE

    Minneapolis, MN 55455

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    Dr. Dara Koozekanani's Practice 3

    300 Lake Dr E

    Chanhassen, MN 55317

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    What is Dr. Koozekanani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Koozekanani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265497556.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koozekanani?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koozekanani

    What is Dr. Dara Koozekanani's specialty?

    Dr. Koozekanani is a Ophthalmologist near Saint Louis Park, MN.

    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. Dara Koozekanani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Koozekanani is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Hcmc Red Building, Brookings Health System 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 Dara Koozekanani accepting new patients in Saint Louis Park, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Dara Koozekanani is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dara Koozekanani offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Koozekanani's office at (612) 625-9600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dara Koozekanani?

    Please contact Dr. Koozekanani's office at (612) 625-9600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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