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Who is Dr. Peddada, Ophthalmologist in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Ram Peddada, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Peddada is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peddada’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peddada’s office at (706) 221-9702.
Is Dr. Peddada board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Ram Peddada, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Peddada speak?
Dr. Peddada and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Peddada typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Peddada 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. Peddada. 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:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43391: Other vitreous opacities, right eye
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
- H353212: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Single Break
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with One Tear
- Single Break Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye
- H33012: Retinal detachment with single break, left eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Peddada typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Peddada 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. Peddada. 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:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
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:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Peddada accept my insurance?
Dr. Peddada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 221-9702 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peddada accept in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Peddada in Columbus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Peddada's office located?
Dr. Ram Peddada's Primary Practice
1240 Brookstone Centre Pkwy
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 221-9702
What is Dr. Peddada's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peddada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568471803.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peddada?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peddada
What is Dr. Ram Peddada's specialty?
Dr. Peddada is a Ophthalmologist near Columbus, GA.
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. Ram Peddada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Peddada is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Piedmont Columbus Regional - Midtown. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ram Peddada accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ram Peddada is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ram Peddada offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peddada's office at (706) 221-9702 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ram Peddada?
Please contact Dr. Peddada's office at (706) 221-9702 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ram Peddada have?
Dr. Ram Peddada is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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