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Who is Dr. Shaath, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Deena Shaath, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shaath is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaath’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaath’s office at (314) 362-3937.
What languages does Dr. Shaath speak?
Dr. Shaath and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shaath treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Shaath 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. Shaath. 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:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
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:
- 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:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
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 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. Shaath perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Shaath 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. Shaath. 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 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:
- 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:
- Shaving of Small Skin Lesion (Face/Head)
- Epidermal Lesion Shave Excision
- Dermal Lesion Removal
- Skin Growth Shaving
CPT Codes:
- 11310: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 0.5 cm or less
Does Dr. Shaath accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-3937 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaath accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Shaath in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Florida
UnitedHealthcare
ZF TRW
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Where is Dr. Shaath's office located?
Dr. Deena Shaath's Primary Practice
4901 Forest Park Ave Fl 6
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(314) 362-3937
What is Dr. Shaath's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851929277.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaath?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaath
What is Dr. Deena Shaath's specialty?
Dr. Shaath is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Saint Louis, MO. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Shaath to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Deena Shaath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shaath is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Louis Va Medical Center - Jefferson Barracks, Barnes - Jewish Hospital, Uf Health Shands 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 Deena Shaath accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Deena Shaath is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deena Shaath offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaath's office at (314) 362-3937 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deena Shaath?
Please contact Dr. Shaath's office at (314) 362-3937 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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