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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lingappan, Ophthalmologist in Voorhees, NJ?
Dr. Ahila Lingappan, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Voorhees, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lingappan graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Lingappan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lingappan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lingappan’s office.
Where did Dr. Lingappan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lingappan speak?
Dr. Lingappan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Lingappan typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lingappan 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. Lingappan. 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:
- Refractive Error
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Vision problem
- Focusing problem
- Blurred vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H527: Unspecified disorder of refraction
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:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Lingappan typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Lingappan 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. Lingappan. 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:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Does Dr. Lingappan accept my insurance?
Dr. Lingappan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lingappan accept in Voorhees, NJ?
Dr. Lingappan in Voorhees, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lingappan's office located?
What is Dr. Lingappan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lingappan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336390624.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lingappan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lingappan
What is Dr. Ahila Lingappan's specialty?
Dr. Lingappan is a Ophthalmologist near Voorhees, NJ.
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. Ahila Lingappan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lingappan is affiliated with Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Jefferson Stratford Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital 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
When to see an Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ahila Lingappan accepting new patients in Voorhees, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Ahila Lingappan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahila Lingappan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lingappan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahila Lingappan?
Please contact Dr. Lingappan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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