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Who is Dr. Giannikas, Ophthalmologist in Bayside, NY?
Dr. Christina Giannikas, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Bayside, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Giannikas is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giannikas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giannikas’s office at (718) 428-1100.
What languages does Dr. Giannikas speak?
Dr. Giannikas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Giannikas treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Giannikas 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. Giannikas. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
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:
- Macular Pucker
- Secondary Vitreoretinal Degeneration
- Peripheral Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Vitreoretinal Degeneration
- Retinal-Vitreous Degeneration
- Vitreoretinal Atrophy
- Retinal Thinning
- Peripheral Retinal Disease
- Eye Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35463: Secondary vitreoretinal degeneration, bilateral
- H3540: Unspecified peripheral retinal degeneration
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
- Eyelid Disorder
- MGD
- Blocked eyelid glands
- Eyelid oil gland problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02881: Meibomian gland dysfunction right upper eyelid
- H02882: Meibomian gland dysfunction right lower eyelid
Also known as:
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- AMD
- Macular Disease
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H524: Presbyopia
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Benign Choroid Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Eye Disease
- Non-cancerous choroid growth
- Benign choroidal neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3132: Benign neoplasm of left choroid
- D3131: Benign neoplasm of right choroid
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
Which procedures does Dr. Giannikas perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christina Giannikas may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Giannikas' office.
Does Dr. Giannikas accept my insurance?
Dr. Giannikas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 428-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Giannikas accept in Bayside, NY?
Dr. Giannikas in Bayside, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthScope
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Giannikas' office located?
Dr. Christina Giannikas' Primary Practice
20801 Northern Blvd
Bayside, NY 11361
(718) 428-1100
What is Dr. Giannikas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giannikas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669797056.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giannikas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giannikas
What is Dr. Christina Giannikas's specialty?
Dr. Giannikas is a Ophthalmologist near Bayside, NY. 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. Giannikas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christina Giannikas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Giannikas 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 Christina Giannikas accepting new patients in Bayside, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christina Giannikas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Giannikas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Giannikas's office at (718) 428-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Giannikas?
Please contact Dr. Giannikas's office at (718) 428-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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