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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Munir, Ophthalmologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Wuqaas Munir, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Munir completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Munir is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Munir’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Munir’s office.
Where did Dr. Munir go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Munir board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Wuqaas Munir, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Munir speak?
Dr. Munir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Munir treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Munir 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. Munir. 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
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H268: Other specified cataract
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
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
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Cone-shaped Cornea
- Corneal Thinning Disorder
- Bulging Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18613: Keratoconus, stable, bilateral
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Corneal Ulcer
- Corneal Swelling
- Corneal Disorder
- Eye Ulcer
- Open Sore on Cornea
- Corneal Erosion
- Bullous Keratopathy
- Swollen Cornea
- Fluid in Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16011: Central corneal ulcer, right eye
- H1811: Bullous keratopathy, right eye
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1789: Other corneal scars and opacities
Also known as:
- Herpes Eye Infection
- Herpes Simplex
- Herpes Keratitis
- Ocular Herpes
- Corneal Herpes
ICD-10 Codes:
- B0052: Herpesviral keratitis
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
What procedures does Dr. Munir perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Munir 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. Munir. 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:
- 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
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:
- Penetrating Corneal Transplant
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Full-Thickness Corneal Transplant
- PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
- Cornea Replacement Surgery
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65730: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); penetrating (except in aphakia or pseudophakia)
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Does Dr. Munir accept my insurance?
Dr. Munir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Munir accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Munir in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Johns Hopkins
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Munir's office located?
What is Dr. Munir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Munir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982629937.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Munir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Munir
What is Dr. Wuqaas Munir's specialty?
Dr. Munir is a Ophthalmologist near Baltimore, MD. 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. Munir to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wuqaas Munir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Munir is affiliated with Boston Medical Center 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 Wuqaas Munir accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Wuqaas Munir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wuqaas Munir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Munir's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wuqaas Munir?
Please contact Dr. Munir's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wuqaas Munir have?
Dr. Wuqaas Munir is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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