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Dr. Ethiraj Ramchander, MD

Dr. Ethiraj Ramchander, MD

Leesburg, FL

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ramchander, Ophthalmologist in Leesburg, FL?

    Dr. Ethiraj Ramchander, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Leesburg, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ramchander graduated from University of Madras, Faculty of Medicine, Nadu, India and completed his residency at McLaren Regional Medical Center. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY, AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, and American Academy of Ophthalmology,. Dr. Ramchander is fluent in English, Tamil, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramchander’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramchander’s office at (352) 365-2333.

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

    • Fellowship: VITREO-RETINAL SURGERY, UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO, TORONTO, *CA | Toronto Western Hosp, Retina/Vitreous Surgery | Toronto General Hospital, Toronto, ONT - Retina-Vitreous

    • Residency: McLaren Regional Medical Center | Wayne State University Affiliated Hospitals | Kresge Eye Institute | NYCOMEC/Trinitas Regional MC Program

    • Medical School: Madras University, Chingleput Med College, Chingleput, India | University of Madras, Faculty of Medicine, Nadu, India | Chengalpattu Medical College

    Is Dr. Ramchander board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ethiraj Ramchander, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ramchander speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

    • Telugu

    What conditions does Dr. Ramchander treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ramchander 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. Ramchander. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353222: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353212: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
    • H353112: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
    • H26491: Other secondary 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:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis

    Does Dr. Ramchander accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ramchander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 365-2333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ramchander accept in Leesburg, FL?

    Dr. Ramchander in Leesburg, FL 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

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Ramchander's office located?

    Dr. Ethiraj Ramchander's Primary Practice

    1131 E North Blvd

    Leesburg, FL 34748

    (352) 365-2333

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    Dr. Ethiraj Ramchander's Practice 2

    1503 Buenos Aires Blvd

    The Villages, FL 32159

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY

    Member

    AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

    Member

    American Academy of Ophthalmology,

    Member

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

    Dr. Ramchander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255425112.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramchander?

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

    What is Dr. Ethiraj Ramchander's specialty?

    Dr. Ramchander is a Ophthalmologist near Leesburg, FL. 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. Ramchander to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ethiraj Ramchander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ramchander is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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

    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 Ethiraj Ramchander accepting new patients in Leesburg, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ethiraj Ramchander is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ethiraj Ramchander offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ramchander's office at (352) 365-2333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ethiraj Ramchander?

    Please contact Dr. Ramchander's office at (352) 365-2333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ethiraj Ramchander have?

    Dr. Ethiraj Ramchander is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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