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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afshar, Ophthalmologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Armin Afshar, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Afshar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afshar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afshar’s office at (415) 353-2800.
What languages does Dr. Afshar speak?
Dr. Afshar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Afshar typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Afshar 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. Afshar. 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:
- Retinoblastoma
- Uveal Melanoma
- Eye Cancer
- Retinoblastoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma Treatment (PDQ)
- Retinal Cancer
- Malignant Retinal Tumor
- Childhood Eye Cancer
- Choroidal Melanoma
- Intraocular Melanoma
- Cancer of the Choroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- C6921: Malignant neoplasm of right retina
- C6931: Malignant neoplasm of right choroid
- C6932: Malignant neoplasm of left choroid
- C6922: Malignant neoplasm of left retina
Also known as:
- Benign Choroid Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Eye Disease
- Non-cancerous choroid growth
- Benign choroidal neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3131: Benign neoplasm of right choroid
- D3132: Benign neoplasm of left choroid
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Afshar typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Afshar 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. Afshar. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Conjunctival Lesion Removal
- Eye Growth Excision
- Conjunctiva Lesion Surgery
- Pterygium Removal
CPT Codes:
- 68110: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; up to 1 cm
Also known as:
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
Does Dr. Afshar accept my insurance?
Dr. Afshar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afshar accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Afshar in San Francisco, 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
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Afshar's office located?
What is Dr. Afshar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afshar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063742161.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afshar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afshar
What is Dr. Armin Afshar's specialty?
Dr. Afshar is a Ophthalmologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Armin Afshar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afshar is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Armin Afshar accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Armin Afshar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Armin Afshar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afshar's office at (415) 353-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Armin Afshar?
Please contact Dr. Afshar's office at (415) 353-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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