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Dr. Amita Vadada, MD

Dr. Amita Vadada, MD

Ophthalmologist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vadada, Ophthalmologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Amita Vadada, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Vadada graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine and completed her residency at St Luke's Med Center. Dr. Vadada is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vadada’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vadada’s office at (212) 460-7800.

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

    • Fellowship: New Jersey

    • Residency: St Luke's Med Center | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Vadada board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Amita Vadada, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Vadada speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Vadada typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Vadada 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. Vadada. 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:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Corneal degeneration
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Corneal deterioration
    • Corneal breakdown
    • Eye surface wear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1840: Unspecified corneal degeneration

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Vadada typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Vadada 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. Vadada. 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Vadada accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vadada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 460-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vadada accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

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    Where is Dr. Vadada's office located?

    Dr. Amita Vadada's Primary Practice

    21 E 22nd St

    New York, NY 10010

    (212) 460-7800

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    What hospitals are Dr. Vadada affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Vadada has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Vadada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912226416.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vadada?

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

    What is Dr. Amita Vadada's specialty?

    Dr. Vadada is an Ophthalmologist near New York, NY.

    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 Dr. Amita Vadada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vadada is affiliated with Mount Sinai West 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 Dr. Amita Vadada accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Amita Vadada is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amita Vadada offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vadada's office at (212) 460-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amita Vadada?

    Please contact Dr. Vadada's office at (212) 460-7800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vadada's office located?

    Dr. Vadada's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amita Vadada have?

    Dr. Amita Vadada is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.