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Who is Dr. Ahmed, Retina Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Harris Ahmed, DO is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (646) 962-2020.
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Harris Ahmed 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
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 962-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Ahmed in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
GEMCare
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Harris Ahmed's Primary Practice
442 5th Ave Ste 2115
New York, NY 10018
(646) 962-2020
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700413317.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Harris Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Retina Specialist near New York, NY.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. Harris Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with St. Joseph's Health Hospital - Syracuse, Ny which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Retina Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Harris Ahmed accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Harris Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Harris Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (646) 962-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Harris Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (646) 962-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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