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Dr. Natalia Elkin, MD

Brooklyn, NY

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    Who is Dr. Elkin, Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Natalia Elkin, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Elkin is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elkin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elkin’s office.

    Is Dr. Elkin board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Natalia Elkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Elkin speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Elkin treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Elkin 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. Elkin. 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
    • Cortical Age-Related Cataract
    • Posterior Subcapsular Polar Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cortical Cataract
    • Outer Lens Clouding
    • Back Lens Capsule Cataract
    • Posterior Polar Cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25043: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25042: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H25041: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left 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:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • High eye pressure
    • Optic nerve damage
    • Ocular hypertension
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H409: Unspecified glaucoma
    • H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1013: Acute atopic conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Scaly eyelid inflammation
    • Dandruff-like eyelids
    • Chronic blepharitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01021: Squamous blepharitis right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Macular Drusen
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Retinal Drusen
    • Yellow Spots on Retina
    • Age-Related Macular Drusen
    • Drusen in Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes with Mild Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Early diabetic eye disease
    • Mild diabetes-related vision changes
    • Non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E133293: Other specified diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    What procedures does Dr. Elkin perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Elkin 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. Elkin. 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:

    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)

    Does Dr. Elkin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elkin 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. Elkin accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Elkin in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • VNSNY Choice

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    Where is Dr. Elkin's office located?

    Dr. Natalia Elkin's Primary Practice

    1545 Atlantic Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11213

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    Dr. Natalia Elkin's Practice 2

    585 Schenectady Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11203

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    Dr. Natalia Elkin's Practice 3

    3424 Kossuth Ave

    Bronx, NY 10467

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

    Dr. Elkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306932991.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkin?

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

    What is Dr. Natalia Elkin's specialty?

    Dr. Elkin is a Ophthalmologist near Brooklyn, NY. 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. Elkin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Natalia Elkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Elkin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Brookdale Hospital Medical Center, North Bronx Faculty Practice. 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

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    Is Natalia Elkin accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Natalia Elkin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Natalia Elkin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elkin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Natalia Elkin?

    Please contact Dr. Elkin's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Natalia Elkin have?

    Dr. Natalia Elkin is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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