EverydayHealthLogo
NF

Dr. Neil Friedman, MD

Menlo Park, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Friedman, Ophthalmologist in Menlo Park, CA?

    Dr. Neil Friedman, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Menlo Park, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Friedman graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Friedman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friedman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friedman’s office at (650) 324-0056.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Friedman?

    Dr. Neil Friedman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Friedman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Dry Eye Syndrome, Laser Refractive Surgery, Laser Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Menlo Park/CA community, Dr. Friedman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    What languages does Dr. Friedman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Friedman treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Friedman 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. Friedman. 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:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Low-Tension Glaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Normal-Tension Glaucoma
    • NTG
    • Normal Pressure Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem
    • Low Pressure Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401231: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
    • H401232: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Dry Eye Disease
    • Chronic Dry Eye
    • Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, 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:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Allergic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Benign Choroid Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Eye Disease
    • Non-cancerous choroid growth
    • Benign choroidal neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3132: Benign neoplasm of left choroid

    Does Dr. Friedman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Friedman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 324-0056 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Friedman accept in Menlo Park, CA?

    Dr. Friedman in Menlo Park, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Friedman's office located?

    Dr. Neil Friedman's Primary Practice

    1225 Crane St Ste 200

    Menlo Park, CA 94025

    (650) 324-0056

    Get Directions

    Dr. Neil Friedman's Practice 2

    2452 Watson Ct

    Palo Alto, CA 94303

    Get Directions

    Dr. Neil Friedman's Practice 3

    900 Welch Rd Ste 402

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 324-0056

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477644334.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friedman?

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

    What is Dr. Neil Friedman's specialty?

    Dr. Friedman is a Ophthalmologist near Menlo Park, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Friedman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Neil Friedman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Friedman is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Ophthalmologist?

    Explore Ophthalmologist with 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 Neil Friedman accepting new patients in Menlo Park, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Neil Friedman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neil Friedman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Friedman's office at (650) 324-0056 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Neil Friedman?

    Please contact Dr. Friedman's office at (650) 324-0056 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Other Ophthalmologist Near Menlo Park, CA

    GN

    Ophthalmologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Menlo Park, CA
    JN

    Ophthalmologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Menlo Park, CA
    Dr. Donna Lee, MD

    Ophthalmologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Menlo Park, CA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists