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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zaidi, Ophthalmologist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Sameen Zaidi, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zaidi is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zaidi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaidi’s office at (408) 295-3433.
What languages does Dr. Zaidi speak?
Dr. Zaidi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Zaidi typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Zaidi 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. Zaidi. 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 and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353230: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, stage unspecified
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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Zaidi typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sameen Zaidi 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
Please contact Dr. Zaidi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zaidi accept my insurance?
Dr. Zaidi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 295-3433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zaidi accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Zaidi in San Jose, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zaidi's office located?
Dr. Sameen Zaidi's Primary Practice
2110 Forest Ave Ste B
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 295-3433
What is Dr. Zaidi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zaidi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851603450.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaidi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zaidi
What is Dr. Sameen Zaidi's specialty?
Dr. Zaidi is a Ophthalmologist near San Jose, 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. Sameen Zaidi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zaidi is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara 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
When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sameen Zaidi accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sameen Zaidi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sameen Zaidi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zaidi's office at (408) 295-3433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sameen Zaidi?
Please contact Dr. Zaidi's office at (408) 295-3433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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