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25 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Bekendam, Ophthalmologist in Upland, CA?
Dr. Pamela Bekendam, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Upland, CA. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Bekendam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bekendam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bekendam’s office at (909) 982-8846.
What languages does Dr. Bekendam speak?
Dr. Bekendam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bekendam treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bekendam 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. Bekendam. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- 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:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
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:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
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 Dr. Bekendam perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bekendam 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. Bekendam. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Bekendam accept my insurance?
Dr. Bekendam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 982-8846 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bekendam accept in Upland, CA?
Dr. Bekendam in Upland, 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
Axminster Medical Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Inland Empire
Maxicare Health Plans
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bekendam's office located?
What is Dr. Bekendam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bekendam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225135288.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bekendam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bekendam
What is Dr. Pamela Bekendam's specialty?
Dr. Bekendam is a Ophthalmologist near Upland, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Bekendam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pamela Bekendam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bekendam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pamela Bekendam accepting new patients in Upland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pamela Bekendam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pamela Bekendam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bekendam's office at (909) 982-8846 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pamela Bekendam?
Please contact Dr. Bekendam's office at (909) 982-8846 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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