Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Deokule, Glaucoma Specialist in Yuma, AZ?
Dr. Sunil Deokule, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Yuma, AZ. Dr. Deokule is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deokule’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deokule’s office at (623) 977-9600.
What languages does Dr. Deokule speak?
Dr. Deokule and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Marathi
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Deokule typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Deokule 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. Deokule. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Deokule typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Deokule 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. Deokule. 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:
- 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 Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
Also known as:
- Drug-Eluting Implant in Tear Duct
- Lacrimal Canaliculus Implant
- Tear Duct Drug Implant
- Punctal Implant for Eye Medication
CPT Codes:
- 68841: Insertion of drug-eluting implant, including punctal dilation when performed, into lacrimal canaliculus, each
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:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
- Aqueous Shunt Placement
- Glaucoma Implant Surgery
- Eye Pressure Drainage Device
CPT Codes:
- 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
Does Dr. Deokule accept my insurance?
Dr. Deokule accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 977-9600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Deokule accept in Yuma, AZ?
Dr. Deokule in Yuma, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Deokule's office located?
What is Dr. Deokule's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deokule's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184879082.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deokule?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deokule
What is Dr. Sunil Deokule's specialty?
Dr. Deokule is a Glaucoma Specialist near Yuma, AZ.
What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions.
Is this Dr. Sunil Deokule affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deokule is affiliated with Yuma Regional 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 Sunil Deokule accepting new patients in Yuma, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Sunil Deokule is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sunil Deokule offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deokule's office at (623) 977-9600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sunil Deokule?
Please contact Dr. Deokule's office at (623) 977-9600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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