Dr. Shalom Kieval, MD

Latham, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Kieval, Ophthalmologist in Latham, NY?

Dr. Shalom Kieval, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Latham, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kieval completed his residency at Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kieval is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kieval’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kieval’s office at (518) 218-1234.

Where did Dr. Kieval go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

Is Dr. Kieval board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

Yes, Dr. Shalom Kieval, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

What languages does Dr. Kieval speak?

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

English
Hebrew

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

As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kieval 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. Kieval. 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:

Wet Macular Degeneration
Dry Macular Degeneration
Macular Degeneration
Exudative AMD
Neovascular Macular Degeneration
Wet AMD
Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
Dry AMD
Atrophic Macular Degeneration
Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

ICD-10 Codes:

H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage

Also known as:

Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
Retinal Disorder
BRVO
Eye stroke (branch vein)
Branch eye vein blockage

ICD-10 Codes:

H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

Also known as:

Retinal Edema
Retinal Disorder
Swelling of the Retina
Fluid in Retina
Macular Edema

ICD-10 Codes:

H3581: Retinal edema

Also known as:

Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetic Eye Problems
Diabetic Eye Swelling
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetic Macular Swelling

ICD-10 Codes:

E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

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

As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kieval 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. Kieval. 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:

Eye Injection
Intravitreal Injection
Retinal Injection
Macular Degeneration Injection
Eye Medication Injection

CPT Codes:

67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

Also known as:

Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
Retinal Laser Therapy

CPT Codes:

67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

Does Dr. Kieval accept my insurance?

Dr. Kieval accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 218-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Kieval accept in Latham, NY?

Dr. Kieval in Latham, NY 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
Boon Chapman Benefit Administrators
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Kieval's office located?

Dr. Shalom Kieval's Primary Practice

13 Sunset Dr

Latham, NY 12110

(518) 218-1234

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Dr. Shalom Kieval's Practice 2

223 Great Oaks Blvd

Albany, NY 12203

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What hospitals are Dr. Kieval affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Kieval has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Albany Medical Center,Albany, NY

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Albany Medical Center,Albany, NY

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

Dr. Kieval's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316048796.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kieval?

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

What is Dr. Shalom Kieval's specialty?

Dr. Kieval is an Ophthalmologist near Latham, 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. Shalom Kieval affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Kieval is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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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