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Dr. Sinthu Ranjan, MD

Chapel Hill, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ranjan, Ophthalmologist in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Sinthu Ranjan, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ranjan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ranjan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ranjan’s office at (718) 883-3026.

    What languages does Dr. Ranjan speak?

    Dr. Ranjan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Ranjan typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ranjan 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. Ranjan. 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
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

    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:

    • Corneal Transplant
    • Organ Transplantation
    • Eye Transplant
    • Cornea Graft
    • Keratoplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z947: Corneal transplant status

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

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ranjan 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. Ranjan. 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. Ranjan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ranjan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 883-3026 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ranjan accept in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Ranjan in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • EyeMed

    • Liberty Mutual Insurance Company

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Ranjan's office located?

    Dr. Sinthu Ranjan's Primary Practice

    2226 Nelson Hwy Ste 200

    Chapel Hill, NC 27517

    (718) 883-3026

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    Dr. Sinthu Ranjan's Practice 2

    101 Manning Dr

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ranjan affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ranjan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Unc Hospitals - Chapel Hill,Chapel Hill, NC
    Duke Regional Hospital,Durham, NC

    What is Dr. Ranjan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ranjan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881125110.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ranjan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ranjan

    What is Dr. Sinthu Ranjan's specialty?

    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. Sinthu Ranjan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ranjan is affiliated with Unc Health Rex 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

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    Is Dr. Sinthu Ranjan accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Sinthu Ranjan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sinthu Ranjan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ranjan's office at (718) 883-3026 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sinthu Ranjan?

    Please contact Dr. Ranjan's office at (718) 883-3026 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ranjan's office located?

    Dr. Ranjan's office is located in Chapel Hill, NC.