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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ameri, Ophthalmologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Hossein Ameri, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ameri is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ameri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ameri’s office at (323) 442-6335.
What languages does Dr. Ameri speak?
Dr. Ameri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Ameri treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Ameri 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. Ameri. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- CME
- Macular swelling
- Fluid in the macula
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Macular Swelling
- Retinal Edema
- Fluid in Macula
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35351: Cystoid macular degeneration, right eye
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Retinitis Pigmentosa
- Retinal Disorder
- Cone-rod dystrophy
- Fundus albipunctatus
- Retinitis pigmentosa
- RP
- Rod-Cone Dystrophy
- Pigmentary Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3552: Pigmentary retinal dystrophy
Also known as:
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- Lattice Retinal Degeneration
- Retinal Disorder
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Lattice Degeneration
- Retinal Lattice
- Peripheral Retinal Thinning
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348312: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, stable
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35413: Lattice degeneration of retina, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Right Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Right Eye
- Advanced Retina Damage Right Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Right Eye
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113411: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, 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:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Neurological Disorder
- Neurologic Disease
- Nervous System Diseases
- Brain Disorders
- Spinal Cord Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8669: Personal history of other diseases of the nervous system and sense organs
Which procedures does Dr. Ameri perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Hossein Ameri may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ameri's office.
Does Dr. Ameri accept my insurance?
Dr. Ameri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-6335 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ameri accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Ameri in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ameri's office located?
Dr. Hossein Ameri's Primary Practice
1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-6335
What is Dr. Ameri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ameri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245467687.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ameri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ameri
What is Dr. Hossein Ameri's specialty?
Dr. Ameri is a Ophthalmologist near Los Angeles, 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. Ameri to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hossein Ameri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ameri is affiliated with Los Angeles General 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 Hossein Ameri accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Hossein Ameri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hossein Ameri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ameri's office at (323) 442-6335 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hossein Ameri?
Please contact Dr. Ameri's office at (323) 442-6335 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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