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Dr. Christina Giannikas, MD

Ophthalmologist

Bayside, NY

Accepting patients

    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. Dr. Giannikas is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giannikas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giannikas’s office at (516) 562-0100.

    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 an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Giannikas typically treat?

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

    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:

    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, 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

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Giannikas 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. 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. 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:

    • 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. Giannikas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Giannikas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 562-0100 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Giannikas' office located?

    Dr. Christina Giannikas' Primary Practice

    20801 Northern Blvd Ste 2

    Bayside, NY 11361

    (516) 562-0100

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    Dr. Christina Giannikas' Practice 2

    300 Community Dr

    Manhasset, NY 11030

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    Dr. Christina Giannikas' Practice 3

    221 Jericho Tpke

    Syosset, NY 11791

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    What is Dr. Giannikas's NPI number?A 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 an Ophthalmologist near Bayside, NY.

    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. Christina Giannikas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. 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 Dr. 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' office at (516) 562-0100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christina Giannikas?

    Please contact Dr. Giannikas' office at (516) 562-0100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Giannikas' office located?

    Dr. Giannikas' offices are located in Bayside, NY, Manhasset, NY, and Syosset, NY.