Dr. Pamela Bekendam, MD

Upland, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

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. Dr. Bekendam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bekendam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Bekendam typically treat?

As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
Glaucoma
Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
Wide-Angle Glaucoma
POAG
Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
Open-angle glaucoma suspect
Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

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

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:

Cataract
Other Secondary Cataract
Cloudy lens
Lens clouding
Eye cloudiness
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
H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye

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

As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

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

Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
HealthRight Group
Inland Empire
Maxicare Health Plans
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Bekendam's office located?

Dr. Pamela Bekendam's Primary Practice

555 N 13th Ave

Upland, CA 91786

(909) 982-8846

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What is Dr. Bekendam's NPI number?A 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 an Ophthalmologist near Upland, 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 Dr. Pamela Bekendam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. 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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